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Air Fryer Baked Potato with crispy skin and fluffy interior served on a plate.

Air Fryer Baked Potato

The ultimate comfort food, these Air Fryer Baked Potatoes feature crispy skin and a fluffy center, perfect for a cozy dinner or a quick snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Baked Potatoes
  • 2-4 medium russet potatoes Similar size helps them cook evenly.
  • 1-2 teaspoons olive oil or any neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt More or less to taste.
Optional Toppings
  • freshly cracked black pepper
  • butter For serving.
  • sour cream For serving.
  • cheese For serving.
  • chives For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the potatoes really well, scrubbing to remove any grit.
  2. Dry them completely to help the skin crisp up.
  3. Poke each potato 6 to 10 times with a fork to let steam escape.
  4. Rub with olive oil, then sprinkle all over with salt.
Cooking
  1. Air fry at 400°F for about 40 to 50 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
  2. Check doneness by squeezing gently with an oven mitt or piercing with a knife.
Serving
  1. Rest for 5 minutes, then split open and fluff the inside with a fork.

Notes

For perfect results, choose russet potatoes, dry them well, and don't skip the fork holes. Allow them to rest after cooking for optimal fluffiness. Customize with your favorite toppings.