Description
Crispy and fluffy air fryer baked potatoes made with simple seasoning and cooked to perfection in just 50 minutes. Perfectly golden on the outside and soft on the inside, these potatoes are an easy and healthy side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 3 medium russet potatoes
Seasoning
- 1½ tablespoons canola or olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preparation: Wash and thoroughly dry the potatoes to remove any dirt. Drying is essential for achieving a crispy skin.
- Seasoning: Rub each potato evenly with canola or olive oil to coat their surface.
- Season: Sprinkle the potatoes generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper for flavor.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) if your model requires preheating.
- Arrange Potatoes: Place the seasoned potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they don’t touch for even cooking.
- Cook: Air fry the potatoes for 40 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a knife into the center; it should slide in easily indicating the potato is cooked through.
- Additional Cooking: If potatoes are not fully cooked, continue air frying for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, checking periodically until done.
- Remove: Once cooked, carefully remove the potatoes from the air fryer.
- Serve: Slice open each potato and fluff the insides with a fork for a light texture.
- Optional Toppings: Add butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, chives, or your favorite toppings to enhance flavor.
Notes
- Ensure potatoes are completely dry before oiling to get crispy skins.
- Cooking times may vary based on the size of the potatoes and your air fryer model.
- Use medium russet potatoes for best texture and flavor.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; potatoes need space for hot air circulation.
- Feel free to customize toppings according to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
