Description
This Air Fryer Baked Potato recipe creates the perfect crispy skin and fluffy center in under 40 minutes. Made with simple pantry staples like russet potatoes, olive oil, and sea salt, it’s an easy side dish or customizable main. Ideal for weeknight dinners, meal prep, and satisfying comfort food lovers. Keywords: air fryer baked potato, crispy baked potato, easy potato side dish, healthy air fryer recipes.
Ingredients
2 medium to large russet potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
Optional toppings: butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, chives, bacon bits
Instructions
1. Scrub and dry the potatoes thoroughly.
2. Use a fork to pierce each potato several times.
3. Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.
4. Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
5. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
6. Check doneness by inserting a fork—it should glide in easily.
7. Slice open, fluff the insides, and top with your favorite ingredients.
8. Serve hot for the crispiest texture.
9. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
10. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 5–8 minutes to re-crisp.
Notes
Use similarly sized potatoes for even cooking.
Avoid foil—crisp skin comes from direct air fryer heat.
Reheating in the microwave will soften the skin; use the air fryer for best texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked potato
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg