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Baked potatoes topped with butter, chopped chives, and black pepper on a plate.
Kaeleigh Pugliese

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

5 from 1 vote
These Air Fryer Baked Potatoes have crispy, flavorful skins and fluffy centers, all without heating up the oven.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Equipment

Ingredients  

  • 4 russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  1. Wash and scrub the russet potatoes, then pat them completely dry.
  2. Pierce each potato several times with a fork.
  3. Rub the potatoes evenly with olive oil and sprinkle all sides with salt.
  4. Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Cook at 400 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the skins are crisp and the potatoes are fork tender in the center.
  6. Carefully remove the potatoes from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 592mgPotassium: 888mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 2mg

Notes

  • Dry the Potatoes Well: Removing excess moisture after washing helps the skins crisp properly in the air fryer.
  • Pierce the Skins: Poking holes allows steam to escape so the potatoes cook evenly and do not split.
  • Flip Halfway: Turning the potatoes midway through cooking helps the skins crisp evenly on all sides.
  • Check for Doneness: Potatoes are ready when a fork slides easily into the center with no resistance.
  • Serve Immediately: Air fryer baked potatoes are best served hot while the skins are crisp.

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