Easy Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    40 mins

  • Total Time

    45 mins

  • Servings

    2 servings

  • Calories

    292 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Easy Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

These air fryer baked potatoes offer a crispy skin and fluffy interior without heating the entire oven. Rubbing them with olive oil and kosher salt before air frying at 390°F ensures a well-seasoned crust. The poke-holes help steam escape, making the texture light and tender inside. Once cooked, they’re easy to split open and top as desired, making this a practical way to enjoy classic baked potatoes with minimal effort and no oven preheat.

Description

Easy Air Fryer Baked Potatoes focus on simplicity, using just russet potatoes, olive oil, and kosher salt. The preparation starts by washing, drying, and poking holes to allow steam to escape during cooking. Coating each potato with olive oil and salt creates a flavorful and crisp skin. Cooking in an air fryer at 390°F for about 30 minutes cooks the potatoes evenly while maintaining a fluffy interior. The staggered placement ensures hot air circulates well for even cooking.

Once done, the potatoes can be split open to reveal the steaming soft inside, ready for a variety of toppings or sides. This method saves time and energy compared to traditional oven baking. It’s practical for anyone wanting a straightforward baked potato with a textured skin and soft center.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 russet potato
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Wash, pat dry, and poke holes in all the potatoes.
  2. Cover the potatoes with oil and salt. Place them in the air fryer basket, leaving at least an inch of space between each. Air fry them at 390°F for at least 30 minutes, or until you can pierce them easily with a fork.
  3. Using a knife, split the potatoes in the center. Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 292kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 38g (13%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 3499mg (146%) Potassium 888mg (19%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin C 12.1mg (13%) Calcium 28mg (3%) Iron 1.8mg (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 292 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 292kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 38g 13%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 3499mg 146%
Potassium 888mg 19%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin C 12.1mg 13%
Calcium 28mg 3%
Iron 1.8mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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