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Air Fryer Baked Potatoes Recipe

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Calories: 199kcal
Author: Becky Hardin
Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are a simple way to make baked potatoes as a side dish or main course.
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Ingredients

  • 4 russet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt

Optional Toppings

  • Butter
  • Sour cream
  • Shredded cheese
  • Chopped cooked bacon
  • Chili
  • Sliced green onion

Instructions

  • Wash the russet potatoes well and pat them dry. Poke each potato a few times (at least 5 times) with a fork.
    4 russet potatoes
  • Rub the potatoes on all sides with olive oil and sprinkle them with kosher salt.
    1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • Place the potatoes in the air fryer and cook them at 400°F for 20 minutes. Flip the potatoes and cook for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork tender.
  • Slice and serve with your favorite toppings.
    Sour cream, Shredded cheese, Chopped cooked bacon, Chili, Sliced green onion, Butter

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Notes

  • Scrub your potatoes well under running water to clean off any dirt.
  • Feel free to add seasoning blends to the outside of your potatoes, such as Italian seasoning, Creole seasoning, or chili seasoning for a little extra flavor.
  • Poke the potatoes all over with a fork before air frying them to prevent them from accidentally bursting and creating a mess!
  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if needed. Otherwise, you'll end up with soggy potatoes.
  • Test for doneness by inserting a knife into the center of a potato. If it pierces easily, they are done; if not, they need more time.
  • Nutritional information does not include optional toppings.
Storage: Store air fryer baked potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potato | Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 1173mg | Potassium: 888mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2mg