Air Fryer Baked Potato
Discover the ultimate comfort food hack with our Air Fryer Baked Potatoes. This quick and easy recipe delivers perfectly crispy skin and fluffy interiors in just 30 minutes, transforming your weeknight dinners with restaurant-quality potatoes that are both delicious and effortless to make.
Ingredients
- 2-3 large baking potatoes
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional toppings:
- Shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack)
- Sour cream
- Diced bacon or chives
- Diced tomatoes
- Chopped fresh herbs (such as chives, parsley, or cilantro)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the potatoes clean and dry them with a paper towel.
- Poke some holes in each potato with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket, leaving some space between each potato.
- Cook the potatoes for 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Remove the potatoes from the air fryer and top with your desired toppings.
- Serve the potatoes hot and enjoy!
Notes
Tips and Variations:
- Use different types of potatoes, such as sweet potatoes or Yukon golds, for a different flavor and texture.
- Add some garlic powder or paprika to the potatoes for extra flavor.
- Use a different type of oil, such as avocado oil or grapeseed oil, for a different flavor.
- Top the potatoes with different types of cheese, such as feta or goat cheese, for a unique flavor.
- Add some diced ham or cooked bacon to the potatoes for added protein.
- Store the cooked potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat the potatoes in the air fryer or oven before serving.
- Calories: 150-200
- Fat: 2-3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5-1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 100-200mg
- Carbohydrates: 30-40g
- Fiber: 2-3g
- Sugar: 1-2g
- Protein: 2-3g