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Air Fryer Baked Potatoes Recipe

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Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are a quick and easy way to enjoy perfectly cooked russet potatoes with a golden, crisp skin using your air fryer.

Ingredients

Scale

Potatoes

  • 6 medium russet potatoes, washed

Seasoning

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F to preheat it and prepare for cooking.
  2. Prepare Potatoes: Pierce each russet potato 8-10 times all over using a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
  3. Season Potatoes: Coat each potato evenly with canola oil and sprinkle with kosher salt for flavor and crispiness.
  4. Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Work in batches if needed depending on basket size.
  5. Cook Potatoes: Air fry the potatoes at 400°F for a total of 50 minutes, turning them with tongs halfway through at 25 minutes for even cooking.
  6. Check Doneness: The potatoes are ready when their skins are browned and they are tender inside when pierced with a fork.

Notes

  • Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the potatoes; adjust accordingly.
  • Use tongs to safely flip potatoes halfway for even browning.
  • Russet potatoes are ideal because of their fluffy interior and thick skin.
  • For extra flavor, you can add garlic powder or herbs before air frying.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer to ensure proper air circulation and crispiness.

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