Description
Crispy, fluffy, and ready in a fraction of the time—this air fryer baked potato recipe is your new go-to for quick dinners, satisfying sides, or creative lunch ideas. With a crunchy skin and steamy soft center, these baked potatoes are ideal for everything from easy dinner recipes to healthy snack ideas. Whether you're looking for quick breakfast prep or dinner ideas for busy weeknights, this easy recipe nails it every time.
Ingredients
1 medium russet potato
1 teaspoon avocado oil or olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Optional toppings: butter, sour cream, cheese, chives, bacon bits
Instructions
1. Wash and scrub the russet potato under cold water, then dry it thoroughly.
2. Rub the potato with oil, then sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper.
3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
4. Place the potato in the air fryer basket, leaving space around it.
5. Cook for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
6. Check for doneness by piercing with a fork—it should slide in easily.
7. Let the potato rest for 2–3 minutes before slicing.
8. Cut open, fluff with a fork, and add your favorite toppings.
Notes
Choose medium-sized russet potatoes for even cooking.
Make sure the potato is fully dry before adding oil for crispier skin.
Don’t overcrowd the air fryer—air circulation is key to even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium potato
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy recipe, baked potato, air fryer recipe, dinner ideas, healthy snack, quick side dish