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    Published: Feb 8, 2021 · Modified: Mar 14, 2022 by Smruti · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

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    Baked Potatoes; a delicious snack or side can be easily made in the Air Fryer. 

    Keep it simple with just butter, salt and pepper or jazz it up with a variety of toppings. 

    I was introduced to these when I saw a bunch of these wrapped in foil and placed along with some toppings at a salad restaurant. 

    Tried it there and have been in love. So much that I make them at home quite often. 

    The oven as well as the Instant Pot makes great baked potatoes. 

    While the oven gives it a crisp skin; the instant pot version generally have soft skins with fluffy insides.

    I started using the air fryer to make my baked potatoes and have not gone back to the other versions ever! 

    Why use the Air Fryer to make Baked Potatoes?

    The air fryer is my favorite way to make baked potatoes. 

    It does not heat up the house as it does not need the oven. Plus, not as much preheating required as the oven. 

    The air fryer cooks the potatoes evenly and the potatoes have tender insides. Season the potatoes with salt or garlic salt and they are EVEN better.

    Plus, this method gives the CRISPIEST skins. If that is your favorite part of baked potatoes, you should try this version for sure. 

    What potatoes work BEST for this?

    Technically any kind of potatoes can be used for this recipe. However, Russet potatoes work the best. 

    They are the perfect size for a single portion. Being super starchy, they turn out fluffy and soft each time. 

    Picking potatoes that are almost identical in shape and size works well for the recipe. They will all cook together making the recipe super easy. 

    I have used medium sized potatoes and the recipe is timed for that. If you have large or small potatoes, the time will change accordingly.

    Toppings for the potatoes

    The potatoes are great with just a couple of toppings like salt, cracked pepper, and unsalted butter.

    Adding some chives, garlic powder, green onion, sour cream and shredded pepper jack, gouda or cheddar cheese is a great idea. 

    Going all out with toppings like shredded lettuce, onions, salsa, sliced olives, jalapeños etc work well. 

    All the add-ons can be placed as a buffet letting everyone pick what they like on their potatoes. 

    Tips to get it right each time

    Use potatoes that are almost equal in size so they cook at the same time. 

    I used medium russet potatoes and they were fork tender in 40 minutes. Adjust the time based on the size of potatoes.

    Use an oil with a higher smoke point like Avocado or Canola. Olive Oil works too, but not the virgin one. It will result in a lot of smoke from the air fryer. 

    Lastly, do not overcrowd the air fryer. Make 4-5 at a time to ensure they have enough space to cook all around. 

    Serving Suggestion

    These potatoes with toppings are great as appetizers or sides. 

    I like to serve mine with a side of soup, pasta or rice. Favorites to serve with the potatoes are these:

    • Roasted Butternut Red Rice Pilaf
    • Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells
    • Instant Pot Wild Rice Soup
    • Baked Eggplant Parmesan

    Steps

    1- Wash, scrub and pat dry three Russet potatoes. Using a fork prick holes in a few places.

    2. Drizzle a teaspoon of a neutral oil on them and rub the oil to coat the potatoes evenly. Season with coarse salt or garlic salt. 

    3- Preheat the air fryer to 400 F. Once hot, place the potatoes in the basket and cook for 40 minutes, turning once around the 20 minute mark.

    4- After 40 minutes check of they are fork tender. If they are; remove using a pair of tongs and set on a plate. 

    5- Slit them lengthwise and fluff with a fork. Serve with salt, pepper butter or add toppings of your choice. 

    Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

    Smruti
    Baked Potatoes; a delicious snack or side can be easily made in the Air Fryer. Keep it simple with just butter, salt and pepper or jazz it up with a variety of toppings.
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    Prep Time 2 mins
    Cook Time 40 mins
    Total Time 42 mins

    Ingredients
      

    • Medium size Russet potatoes 3
    • Neutral Oil 3 tsp I used Avocado Oil
    • Coarse Salt 1 ½ tsp

    Instructions
     

    • Wash, scrub and pat dry three Russet potatoes. 
    • Using a fork prick holes in a few places.
    • Drizzle a teaspoon of a neutral oil on them and rub the oil to coat the potatoes evenly. Season with coarse salt or garlic salt.
    • Preheat the air fryer to 400 F. 
    • Once hot, place the potatoes in the basket and cook for 40 minutes, turning once around the 20 minute mark.
    • After 40 minutes check of they are fork tender. If they are; remove using a pair of tongs and set on a plate.
    • Slit them lengthwise and fluff with a fork. Serve with salt, pepper butter or add toppings of your choice.
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    Yield: 3 potatoes

    Author: Smruti

    Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

     

    Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

    Baked Potatoes; a delicious snack or side can be easily made in the Air Fryer. Keep it simple with just butter, salt and pepper or jazz it up with a variety of toppings.

    Prep time: 2 MinCook time: 40 MinTotal time: 42 Min

     

    Ingredients

     

    • Medium size Russet potatoes 3
    • Neutral Oil 3 teaspoon (I used Avocado Oil)
    • Coarse Salt 1 ½ tsp

     

     

    Instructions

     

    1. Wash, scrub and pat dry three Russet potatoes. 
    2. Using a fork prick holes in a few places.
    3. Drizzle a teaspoon of a neutral oil on them and rub the oil to coat the potatoes evenly. Season with coarse salt or garlic salt.
    4. Preheat the air fryer to 400 F. 
    5. Once hot, place the potatoes in the basket and cook for 40 minutes, turning once around the 20 minute mark.
    6. After 40 minutes check of they are fork tender. If they are; remove using a pair of tongs and set on a plate.
    7. Slit them lengthwise and fluff with a fork. Serve with salt, pepper butter or add toppings of your choice.

    Notes:

     

    • Use potatoes that are almost equal in size so they cook at the same time. 
    • I used medium russet potatoes and they were fork tender in 40 minutes. Adjust the time based on the size of potatoes.
    • Use an oil with a higher smoke point like Avocado or Canola. Olive Oil works too, but not the virgin one. It will result in a lot of smoke from the air fryer. 
    • Lastly, do not overcrowd the air fryer. Make 4-5 at a time to ensure they have enough space to cook all around. 

     

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