Air Fryer Baked Potato

baked potatoes with sour cream and chives on a white platter

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 35

Total Time: 40

Servings:

Calories: 32kcal

Author: Nikole Berg

You'll love these air fryer baked potatoes. They cook up quick and easy with just a couple ingredients like salt and olive oil. The crispy skin and perfectly fluffy inside makes them a delicious side dish with a pat of butter, a dollop of sour cream, or loaded with your favorite toppings.

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Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

4 medium russet potatoes 6-8 ounces; scrubbed clean
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

Preheat air fryer to 400 F.
Scrub potatoes under cool running water; pat dry.
Poke potatoes all over with a fork.
Rub potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt.
Place in air fryer basket, spacing evenly.
Cook in air fryer at 400 F for 30 to 35 minutes or until cooked through. Don't forget to set a timer and turn over halfway through.
Top with your favorite toppings.

Notes

The air fryer gets very hot, so I recommend using these tongs to turn food over. They have silicone tips, so they don't puncture food. They are also safe on non stick surfaces.

How do I know when a baked potato is done?

Cooking times do vary depending on size of potatoes and type of air fryer. For example, smaller potatoes will not take as long as larger ones. Potatoes are done when they reach an internal temperature of 205 F to 212 F, or when easily pierced with a knife.

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