Description
Easy Air Fryer Baked Potatoes offer a quick and flavorful way to enjoy crispy skin and fluffy insides, perfect for a weeknight dinner. With simple seasoning and customizable toppings, these potatoes are effortless yet delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4-6 medium Russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste
Toppings (Optional)
- Shredded Cheese
- Sour Cream
- Chopped Green Onions
- Fresh Herbs
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Rinse each potato under cold water, gently scrubbing with a brush to remove dirt. Pat dry completely.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat.
- Pierce Potatoes: Use a fork to pierce each potato several times to let steam escape during cooking.
- Apply Oil: Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes and rub it evenly to coat the surfaces.
- Season Potatoes: Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper generously over the potatoes.
- Arrange in Basket: Place the seasoned potatoes in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd them for even cooking.
- Air Fry Potatoes: Cook for 35-40 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a fork or knife to ensure softness.
- Continue Cooking if Needed: If potatoes are not yet tender, air fry for additional 5-minute increments until fully cooked.
- Cool Slightly: Remove from air fryer and let potatoes cool for a few minutes before handling.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, fresh herbs, or any favorites, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose medium-sized potatoes for even cooking and best texture.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure crispy skin.
- Use a fork to pierce potatoes so steam escapes and prevents bursting.
- Customize toppings to suit your taste preferences.
- Cooking time may vary slightly depending on potato size and air fryer model.
