Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer Baked Potatoes: Fluffy Inside, Hands-Off Cooking
Make the best air fryer baked potatoes with crispy skin and a fluffy interior. This quick, hands-off method is ideal for busy weeknights or freeing up oven space during holidays.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 40 min
- Total Time: 45 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Scrub the potatoes well under running water. Dry them completely with a paper towel.
- Use a fork to pierce each potato deeply 6 to 8 times all over. This allows steam to escape.
- Rub the entire surface of each potato with olive oil.
- Sprinkle the coarse salt and black pepper evenly over the oiled skin.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the seasoned potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry for 35 to 45 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 by inserting a fork into the center; it should slide in easily. The skin should be visibly crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing open lengthwise. Fluff the interior with a fork.
Notes
- For extra crispy skin, you can lightly brush the potatoes with oil again halfway through cooking.
- These potatoes are perfect for turning into a main dish with toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and a dollop of sour cream.
- If you need to reheat leftovers, place them back in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 3
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 55
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 0