45-Minute Air Fryer Baked Potatoes—Crispy & Perfect Every Time
Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these air fryer baked potatoes are a quick and healthy side dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub potatoes clean and dry them thoroughly.
- Prick potatoes all over with a fork.
- Rub potatoes with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place potatoes in air fryer basket.
- Cook for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Check for doneness by piercing with a fork.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For crispier skin, rub with oil and salt.
- Adjust cooking time based on potato size.
- Add toppings like butter, sour cream, or cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 168
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg