Make this air fryer baked potato recipe for perfectly crispy skin and tender, fluffy potato on the inside!
Perfect Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
You may or may not know this about me, but I am a baked potato queen. Potatoes of any kind are my jam and baked potatoes specifically, make me whole.
Air fryer baked potatoes have a special spot in my heart because they truly come out perfect every time. They’re so crispy and salty on the outside and the potato flesh comes out so fluffy and delicious.
Why you’ll love it!
Easy dinner idea
Perfect every time
Versatile
Best Potatoes for Baked Potatoes
The best kind of potatoes for baked potatoes is russet potatoes. We love that russet potatoes have tougher skin so that when they’re baked, you can slice into them and they have a nice crispy skin. The flesh will end up soft and butter, it’s seriously delicious.
Other potatoes that are good for baking include:
What You Need
- Russet potatoes: our #1 tip when air frying potatoes is to make sure that your potatoes are around the same size so that they cook evenly.
- Olive oil: olive oil is used to help the salt and pepper stick.
- Salt and pepper: do not skip the s&p. I repeat, do not skip the salt and pepper. It truly makes these potatoes!
How to Make a Baked Potato in Air Fryer
This recipe is seriously as easy as 1, 2, 3!
- Oil and season skins: drizzle olive oil onto the russet potatoes and then rub it into the skins. Generously season with salt and pepper.
- Air fry: spray air fryer with cooking spray. Then, air fry potatoes at 400ºF for 30 minutes. Test the potatoes with a fork after 30 minutes and continue air frying in increments of 5-8 minutes depending on the size of your potatoes.
- Top & serve: let potatoes cool for 5 minutes. Slice, fluff, and top with your favorite toppings.
Topping Ideas
- Classic: Butter, sour cream, salt, and pepper
- Cheesy: cheese sauce, green onion, and paprika
- Meaty: homemade chili, shredded cheese, and chives
Try it!
Twice Baked Potatoes
Twice baked potatoes are the ultimate dinner idea. They’re made with perfectly crispy potato skins and the most delicious cheesy filling.
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FAQ
It takes around 30 to 45 minutes to bake a potato in the air fryer depending on the size.
We do not suggest wrapping potatoes in tin foil in the air fryer because it will prevent the potato skin from getting crispy.
Cook baked potatoes in air fryer at 400ºF for 30-45 minutes depending on how big your potatoes are.
Russet potatoes are the best for baking.
Storage
Let potatoes cool completely and then transfer them into an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
To reheat: you can reheat baked potatoes in many ways. If you’d like to use the air fryer again, we suggest air frying at 400ºF for 5 minutes, checking it, and continuing to cook until hot.
Ingredients
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- 2 medium-large russet potatoes skin on and washed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil + more for drizzling
- Optional toppings: butter, fresh chives, fresh cracked pepper, Greek yogurt/sour cream
Instructions
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Preheat the air fryer to 400ºF and spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray or drizzle with 1-2 teaspoons of olive oil.
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Add the salt, pepper, and garlic powder to a small bowl and mix until well combined. Set aside.
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Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the russet potatoes. Use your hands to rub the oil into the potatoes.
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Sprinkle the salt, pepper, and garlic powder over the potatoes. Again, use your hands to rub the spices into the potato skin.
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Place the potatoes into the air fryer basket and cook for 30 minutes.
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Check the potatoes after 30 minutes. If the potatoes are fork-tender they are done. If the potatoes still have some resistance when you poke them with a fork, flip them over and cook them for another 5-8 minutes.
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Remove the potatoes from the air fryer and enjoy them with your favorite potato toppings.
Tips & Notes
- How long the potatoes are in the air fryer depends on the size of the potatoes and how kind of air fryer you have. A medium russet potato should take around 30 minutes, additional time may be needed if the potatoes are bigger.
- If you want to add more flavor or spice to your potatoes, you can add more dried spices to the salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- If your potatoes smoke in the air fryer, this is normal!
Nutrition facts
Calories: 231kcal Carbohydrates: 37g Protein: 5g Fat: 7g Fiber: 5g Sugar: 2g