Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Rest Time 5 mins
Total Time 50 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 200  C
Servings: 2
Best Season: All Seasons
Description

Enjoy the perfect baked potato—crispy skin on the outside, fluffy and steamy on the inside—made effortlessly in the air fryer. This quick and easy method gives you steakhouse-style results without heating up the oven.

Ingredients
    For the Potatoes:
  • 2 medium Russet Potatoes — scrubbed and dried thoroughly
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil — or any neutral oil
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt — coarse, for extra crunch
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper — freshly cracked (optional)
    • Optional Toppings:
  • 2 tbsp Sour Cream
  • 2 tbsp Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 tbsp Chopped Chives
  • 1 tbsp Cooked Bacon Bits
  • 1 tbsp Butter — for extra richness
Instructions
    Prep the Potatoes
  1. 1
    Scrub the potatoes thoroughly and dry them well with a paper towel. Dry skin ensures maximum crispiness.
    2. Oil & Season
  2. 2
    Rub each potato with olive oil until evenly coated. Sprinkle sea salt generously all over the surface. Optionally, add black pepper.
    3. Preheat the Air Fryer
  3. 3
    Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (390°F) for 3 minutes. This helps with even cooking.
    4. Air Fry
  4. 4
    Place the potatoes directly in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 200°C for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crisping. They’re done when the skin is crispy and a knife slides through the center easily.
    5. Rest & Slice
  5. 5
    Let the potatoes rest for 5 minutes after air frying. Slice lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.
    6. Top and Serve
  6. 6
    Top with butter, sour cream, cheese, bacon bits, and chives—or build your own topping combo!
Note

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 180°C for 5–7 minutes.

Potato Type: Russet potatoes work best for a fluffy inside and crispy skin.

Add Garlic Flavor: Rub with garlic-infused oil for extra flavor.

Double Batch: Avoid overcrowding the air fryer. If making more than 2, cook in batches.

Keywords: crispy baked potato, air fryer recipe, easy potato side dish, healthy baked potato, quick comfort food
Read it online: https://petitepanini.com/recipe/crispy-air-fryer-baked-potato-recipe/