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air fryer baked potatoes recipe

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: International
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium  russet potatoes
  • 1–2 tablespoons  olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon  salt
  • ½ teaspoon  black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon  garlic powder
  • 4 tablespoons butter (1 tablespoon per potato)
  • 1 to 1 ½ cups  shredded cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix
  • 2 tablespoons  sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1–2 tablespoons  chopped chives or green onions
  • Extra salt and pepper to taste
  • bacon bits or ranch drizzle

Method
 

  1. Wash and scrub the potatoes well, since we’re keeping the skins on. Pat them dry with a clean towel—dry skin equals crispier skin later. Use a fork to poke each potato 5–6 times. 
  2. Drizzle the potatoes with olive oil. Use your hands to coat them completely. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Make sure every side gets a bit of seasoning—this is what gives the potato skin its flavor.
  3. Air fry at 200°C / 390°F for 35–45 minutes, depending on their size. Turn them halfway through to ensure even crisping on all sides. To check doneness: insert a knife through the center. It should slide in easily with no resistance.
  4. Use a sharp knife to cut a slit across the top of each potato. Gently press the ends inward to open them up and release steam.
  5. Place 1 tablespoon of butter inside each hot potato. Let it melt naturally into the fluffy center. Add a generous handful of shredded cheese into each potato.
  6. Air fry at 180°C / 350°F for 3–5 minutes, or just until the cheese melts into a gooey, golden blanket over the potato.
  7. Once the cheese is melted, remove the potatoes and add your finishing touches.

Notes

Serve the cheesy baked potatoes immediately while the cheese is warm and creamy.
These potatoes work as:
  • A full meal with a salad or soup
  • A side dish for chicken, steak, or fish
  • A snack for game night
  • A comforting lunch on a cold day