Air Fryer Baked Potato Recipe

How to Bake a Potato in an Air Fryer

One of the fastest and easiest ways to make the perfect potato is to stick it in your air fryer! It’s super simple, I promise. Make sure to also try our air fryer potato skins too!

FAQs

• 1. Can I adjust the cooking time for smaller or larger potatoes? Smaller potatoes might need less time to cook, while larger ones could require more. Adjust the cooking time accordingly to make sure they’re cooked properly.

• 2. Do I need to preheat the air fryer for baked potatoes? You don’t have to preheat the air fryer for baked potatoes, but it can help with even cooking and reduce the overall cooking time.

• 3. Can I wrap the potatoes in foil before air frying? Wrapping potatoes in foil before air frying will result in a softer skin. If you prefer a crispy skin, it’s best to cook them without foil.

• 4. How do I know when the baked potatoes are done? Baked potatoes are done when they’re tender and easily pierced with a fork. You can also check by gently squeezing them; they should give slightly under pressure.

• 5. Can I reheat leftover baked potatoes in the air fryer? Yes Leftover baked potatoes can be reheated in the air fryer. Just place them in the basket and cook at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
• 6. What toppings can I use for baked potatoes? In addition to sour cream, cheese, and chives, you can top baked potatoes with bacon bits, salsa, diced veggies, or chili for a satisfying meal.

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Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2

Ingredients

• ▢ 3 large russet potatoes
• ▢ Olive oil
• ▢ Salt to taste

Instructions

• Scrub the potatoes clean under running water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
• Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
• Rub each potato with olive oil or spray with spray oil and sprinkle with salt.
• Preheat your air fryer to 385F for about 3-5 minutes.
• Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching each other.
• Cook the potatoes in the air fryer at 385F for 60 minutes, depending on the size of the potatoes.
• Halfway through the cooking time, flip the potatoes to ensure even cooking.
• Once the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork, remove them from the air fryer.
• Let the potatoes cool for a few minutes before slicing them open.