Air Fryer Baked Potato

This Air Fryer Baked Potato recipe makes crispy potatoes with light, fluffy insides. It can easily be a side dish that pairs beautifully with nearly any meal, or load it up with chili and cheese to make it into a hearty main course on its own! 

Easy Air Fryer Baked Potato Recipe

Air fryer baked potatoes are a game changer for creating the perfect potato without taking a lot of time and effort. The air fryer makes them so much faster than wrapping them in foil and baking them in the oven, the traditional way. And they still have a hot and fluffy inside, and crispy skin on the outside. 

I love making these and then serving all of the toppings on the side so everyone can custom make them to their tastes, which is perfect for picky eaters. They are also light enough to serve with just a salad, but hearty enough to pair with a steak too.

No matter how you serve them, making air fryer baked potatoes is going to become one of your favorite go-to side dishes. 

If you are looking for more easy air fryer potato side dishes, you can try these air fryer home fries, breakfast potatoes, or these air fryer scalloped potatoes.

Baked potatoes are also perfect game-day snacks, or just when you want a quick side dish to your favorite meals like this air fryer filet mignon or air fryer lobster tails.

I use a Cosori air fryer to make this recipe. Depending on the type of air fryer you use, cooking times may need to be adjusted by 1-2 minutes.

How to Make Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

STEP 1: Wash and scrub potatoes before air frying, then pat dry with a paper towel.

STEP 2: Pierce potatoes with fork, to pierce at least 8-10 holes.

STEP 3: Place the potatoes in the Air Fryer basket and gently brush entire potato with oil to coat the outer skin. Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper.

STEP 4: Place the seasoned potato to basket to the Air Fryer and air fry at 400 degrees F for 40-45 minutes cook time. Flip potatoes at least one time during cooking process.

STEP 5: Use oven mitts or tongs to remove from basket, because they will be very hot. Serve with a piece of butter, or your choice of toppings.

Tips to Make the Best Baked Potatoes

• Don't overcrowd: Depending on the size of your Air Fryer, you can put around four medium potatoes or three larger potatoes in the basket. However, you don't want to overcrowd in the oven space or air frying basket, or else they won't cook properly.
• Reheat your potatoes: Use the air fryer instead of reheating them in the microwave. This helps the skin to stay crispy.
• Adjust air frying time: I use white potatoes like medium russet potatoes or Yukon gold potatoes when baking potato. Depending on potato size, cooking time may need to be adjusted by 3-5 minutes.

Baked Potato Variations

• Make it a hearty meal: Top your potato with chopped meat and veggies to make it a true meat and potato dinner.
• Vegetarian Delight: Load your potato with roasted vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms. Finish with a dollop of Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. 

FAQ'S

Does this recipe work for making crispy potato skins?

Yes! For crispy skin potatoes, try this air fryer loaded potato skin recipe.

How do I prevent the potatoes from sticking in the basket?

Because you coat potatoes with oil, they shouldn't stick to the basket.

How do I store leftover baked potatoes?

You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. To reheat your potatoes, return to the air fryer and air fry at 375 degrees F for 10-12 minutes, until they are hot in the center.

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