I love a good baked potato, but I don’t always have the time to wait for the oven to preheat and then bake them for an hour. That’s why I’m so excited about this air fryer baked potato recipe! It’s quick, easy, and the potatoes come out perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside13.
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Baking potatoes in the air fryer takes only 40-45 minutes, much faster than the hour or more it takes in the oven1. Plus, you don’t have to wait for the oven to preheat2.
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The air fryer circulates hot air around the potatoes, which makes the skin incredibly crispy13.
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The inside of the potato stays nice and fluffy2.
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Top your baked potato with your favorite toppings for a quick and easy meal13.
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The air fryer is easy to clean, so you can enjoy your baked potato without worrying about a messy cleanup3.
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Prep time: 5 minutes
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Cook time: 40-45 minutes
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Serving size: 1 potato
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Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F, if required by the manufacturer12.
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Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly. Wet potatoes won’t crisp up1.
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Rub the potatoes all over with oil and season generously with salt and pepper. Pierce each potato once in the middle with a fork12.
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Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket and cook for 40 minutes1. Cooking time will depend on the size of your potatoes1.
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To check if the potatoes are done, insert a knife into the center. If it goes in and comes out easily, they’re ready. If not, cook for another 5-10 minutes1.
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Remove from the air fryer, slice open, and fluff the insides2.
There are endless possibilities for topping your air fryer baked potatoes! Here are a few of my favorites3:
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Butter, sour cream, and chives3
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Shredded cheese and bacon bits3
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Broccoli and cheese
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Chili and cheese
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Everything bagel seasoning3
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Jalapenos3
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While russet potatoes are the classic choice for baked potatoes, you can also use other types of potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or sweet potatoes1.
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Experiment with different seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika1.
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Sprinkle fresh herbs, such as rosemary or thyme, over the potatoes before cooking3.
Yes, you can use cooking spray instead of oil3. However, oil will give the skin a crispier texture1.
It depends on your air fryer. Some air fryers require preheating, while others don’t12. Check the manufacturer’s instructions for your air fryer1.
Store leftover baked potatoes in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Calories: 292
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Carbohydrates: 38g
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Protein: 5g
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Fat: 14g
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Saturated Fat: 1g
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Sodium: 11mg
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Potassium: 888mg
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Fiber: 3g
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Sugar: 1g
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Vitamin C: 12mg
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Calcium: 28mg
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Iron: 2mg
