Best 4 Crispy Air Fryer Baked Potatoes Recipes

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Crispy air fryer baked potatoes are a delicious and easy side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are a healthier alternative to traditional deep-fried potatoes, and they are just as crispy and flavorful. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a batch of crispy air fryer baked potatoes that the whole family will love.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

AIR FRYER BAKED POTATOES



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These air-fryer baked potatoes are fluffy and tender on the inside, yet perfectly crispy on the outside. Plus, you don't have to turn on your oven! We loaded these up, topping them with shredded Cheddar, sour cream and sliced scallions, but a simple pat of butter would be just as delicious.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 russet potatoes (about 8 ounces each), scrubbed
2 teaspoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Shredded Cheddar, for serving
Sour cream, for serving
Sliced scallions, for serving

Steps:

  • Toss the potatoes with the oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl until evenly coated.
  • Preheat a 3.5-quart air fryer to 400 degrees F, then place the potatoes in the air fryer basket. Cook until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, flipping halfway through, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Cut each potato in half lengthwise and season with a pinch of salt. Top with Cheddar, sour cream and scallions.

EASY AIR FRYER BAKED POTATOES



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Tender, delicious baked potatoes with a crispy, flavorful skin. Finish them with a dollop of sour cream, if you'd like.

Provided by Taylerand20

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Baked Potato Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large baking potatoes, scrubbed
2 tablespoons olive oil
coarse kosher salt
ground black pepper
garlic powder
dried parsley
4 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Rub potatoes with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and parsley. Place potatoes in the air fryer basket.
  • Cook in the preheated air fryer until potatoes are soft, 40 to 50 minutes, depending on potato size.
  • Slice potatoes lengthwise. Pinch both sides of each potato, using your hands and forcing potatoes to open up, until the fluffy insides come up. Place 1 tablespoon of butter into each potato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.8 calories, Carbohydrate 64.9 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 205.4 mg, Sugar 3 g

AIR-FRYER BAKED POTATOES



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By rubbing the potatoes with a butter-garlic mixture before cooking them, you end up with a very flavorful potato skin. It's just a little incentive to eat what I think is the best part of this air-fryer baked potato. -Teresa Emrick, Tipp City, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium russet potatoes
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Optional: Sour cream, butter, crumbled bacon, minced chives, guacamole, shredded cheddar cheese and minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 400°. Scrub potatoes; pierce each several times with a fork. In a small bowl, mix butter, garlic, salt and pepper. Rub potatoes with butter mixture. Wrap each tightly in a piece of foil. , Place potatoes in a single layer on tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until fork tender, 35-45 minutes, rotating halfway through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CRISPY AIR FRYER BAKED POTATOES



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Cook up to four baked potatoes with crispy skin in an air fryer for 30 minutes.

Provided by Andre DeArment

Categories     Air Fryer Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder

Steps:

  • Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions for 3 minutes.
  • Place potatoes on a plate and use your hands to lightly cover them all with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and onion powder.
  • Cook in the preheated air fryer for 30 minutes, flipping over with tongs halfway through cooking. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.7 calories, Carbohydrate 38.1 g, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 885.5 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Russet potatoes are the best choice for baked potatoes because they have a high starch content, which makes them fluffy and tender when baked.
  • Scrub the potatoes well: Scrub the potatoes thoroughly with a vegetable brush to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Poke the potatoes: Use a fork to poke several holes in the potatoes. This will help the potatoes cook evenly.
  • Brush the potatoes with oil: Brush the potatoes with olive oil or melted butter. This will help the potatoes crisp up in the air fryer.
  • Season the potatoes: Season the potatoes with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.
  • Cook the potatoes in a single layer: Do not overcrowd the potatoes in the air fryer basket. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Shake the potatoes halfway through cooking: Shake the potatoes halfway through cooking to ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Serve the potatoes immediately: Serve the potatoes immediately after they are cooked. They are best when served hot and crispy.

Conclusion:

Crispy air fryer baked potatoes are a delicious and easy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for busy weeknights or for special occasions. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of cooking time, you can enjoy a batch of crispy, fluffy baked potatoes that are sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give air fryer baked potatoes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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