Description
Air fryer baked potatoes are a delightful twist on a classic dish, offering a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior, making them a favorite for many.
Ingredients
- Russet potatoes: 4 medium-sized
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Sea salt: to taste
- Pepper: to taste
- Butter: 4 tablespoons (1 tablespoon per potato)
- Sour cream: 1 cup (for serving)
- Chives: 1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Wash the Russet potatoes thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Poke several holes in each potato with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
- Rub each potato with olive oil, then sprinkle sea salt and pepper generously over them.
- Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for about 5 minutes.
- Place the seasoned potatoes in the air fryer basket and cook for 35-40 minutes, turning them halfway through.
- Check for doneness by inserting a fork or knife into the center of one potato.
- Carefully remove the potatoes from the air fryer and cut a slit down the center of each potato.
- Add a tablespoon of butter to each potato and serve with sour cream and chopped chives.
Notes
- Air fryers are energy-efficient and easy to use.
- Ensure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket for even cooking.
- Let the potatoes rest for a few minutes after cooking for a fluffier interior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: air fryer, baked potatoes, easy recipe, healthy cooking