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Air Fryer Baked Potato

Crispy Air Fryer Baked Potato – Quick & Fluffy Perfection

Air Fryer Baked Potato offers a quick, crispy, and fluffy side dish perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 medium Russet or Idaho Potatoes 7-ounce potatoes work best
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Spray Can substitute with canola oil
  • 0.25 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust if using table salt
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper Optional
For Topping
  • Optional Toppings Includes sour cream, Greek yogurt, cheese, chives, or broccoli

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by thoroughly washing your medium Russet or Idaho potatoes under cold water. Pierce each potato multiple times with a fork.
  2. Lightly spray each pierced potato with olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt.
  3. Place the seasoned potatoes in the air fryer basket and set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 35 to 40 minutes, turning halfway through.
  4. Check for doneness by inserting a knife into the center of one potato. It should glide in easily.
  5. Remove the potatoes from the air fryer, split them open, fluff the insides, and top with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 4gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 922mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Enjoy a crispy and fluffy Air Fryer Baked Potato with the option to customize toppings to your liking.

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