Description
Achieve perfectly crispy skin and a wonderfully fluffy inside with this quick and easy air fryer baked potato method. This recipe saves time compared to the oven and creates a steakhouse-style side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Scrub the potatoes well under running water. Pat them completely dry with a paper towel; dry skin helps achieve crispiness.
- Prick the potatoes: Pierce each potato deeply 6 to 8 times all over using a fork. This allows steam to escape.
- Season the potatoes: Rub each potato thoroughly with olive oil. Sprinkle generously with coarse sea salt and pepper, making sure to cover the entire surface.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for 5 minutes.
- Cook the potatoes: Place the seasoned potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry: Cook for 30 to 40 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through the cooking time. The exact time depends on the size of your potatoes and your air fryer model.
- Check for doneness: The potatoes are done when the skin is deeply golden and crispy, and a fork easily pierces the center. The internal temperature should reach 205°F (96°C).
- Serve immediately: Carefully remove the potatoes from the air fryer. Slice open the top lengthwise and gently squeeze the sides to fluff the interior. Add your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For the crispiest skin, make sure the potatoes are completely dry before oiling and seasoning them.
- If you are cooking very large potatoes (over 12 ounces), you may need to add 5 to 10 extra minutes to the cooking time.
- This quick air fryer side dish is perfect for weeknight potato sides or as a base for loaded baked potato ideas.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 3
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 55
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 0