Description
Sometimes you just want comfort food without turning on the oven. This air fryer baked potato delivers everything you love—extra-crispy skin and a fluffy, cloud-like inside—in less time and with almost no effort. With just a few basic ingredients, you’ll have a versatile side or an easy main that everyone can customize.
Ingredients
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2 large russet potatoes
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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Optional toppings: butter, sour cream or Greek yogurt, shredded cheese, chives, bacon bits, chili, broccoli
Instructions
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Wash & Dry
Scrub the potatoes well under cold water. Pat completely dry—this helps the skin get crispy. -
Season
Rub the potatoes all over with olive oil. Sprinkle evenly with kosher salt. -
Preheat Air Fryer
Preheat to 400°F (200°C) for best crisping. -
Air Fry
Place potatoes in the basket with space between them. Cook for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway through. -
Check Doneness
A knife or fork should slide in easily with no resistance. -
Serve
Cut a slit on top, fluff the inside with a fork, and add your favorite toppings.
Notes
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Dry potatoes = crispy skin. Moisture causes steaming.
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Don’t overcrowd the basket. Hot air needs room to circulate.
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Choose similar-sized potatoes so they cook evenly.
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No foil needed. Foil traps steam and softens the skin.