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Air Fryer Baked Potato
Enjoy perfectly baked potatoes with crispy skin and fluffy interior, cooked effortlessly in your air fryer.
Ingredients
Main
- 4 medium russet or Idaho potatoes ((7 ounces each, washed and dried))
- spray olive oil olive oil spray
- 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
- to taste black pepper freshly ground black pepper
- optional toppings (sour cream, Greek yogurt, butter, chili, chives, broccoli, cheese, etc.)
Instructions
- Pierce potatoes all over with a fork.
- Spray with oil and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 35-40 minutes, turning halfway.
- Serve split open with toppings and remaining salt and pepper.
Notes
Use a fork to pierce the potatoes to prevent bursting in the air fryer.