Here’s a super easy and foolproof recipe for Air Fryer Baked Potatoes — crispy skin, fluffy insides, and ready in less time than the oven!
🥔 Ingredients:
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2–4 medium russet potatoes (6–8 oz each, scrubbed and dried)
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1–2 tsp olive oil
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Kosher salt (to taste)
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Optional toppings: butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, chives, bacon bits, etc.
🔥 Instructions:
1. Prep the Potatoes:
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Scrub potatoes clean and pat them dry.
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Prick each potato a few times with a fork (this allows steam to escape).
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Rub each with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt.
2. Air Fry:
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Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
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Place potatoes in the basket in a single layer with some space between them.
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Cook for 35–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until skin is crispy and a fork easily pierces the center.
3. Serve:
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Let rest for 5 minutes after cooking.
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Slice open, fluff the insides with a fork, and load up with your favorite toppings!
✅ Tips:
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For extra crispy skin, you can add a little garlic powder or rosemary to the oil before rubbing.
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Use russet potatoes for the best fluffy texture inside.
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If you’re short on time, start them in the microwave for 4–5 minutes before finishing in the air fryer (cut total air fryer time by ~10 minutes).
Want a cheesy loaded version or a sweet potato variation?