This Air Fryer Baked Potato recipe is a go-to because it's so easy! Try them fully loaded with bacon, cheese and sour cream.
Ingredients and substitutions
- Russet potatoes – you can technically use any kind of potato for this recipe, but I find that russet potatoes are best for baked potatoes.
- Cooking spray – you’ll need this to spray the cooking basket.
- Salt & pepper – to taste.
- Butter – or a butter substitute of your choice.
- Grated cheddar cheese – swap out for another cheese of your choice like Monterey Jack or a Tex Mex blend.
- Turkey bacon – you can use regular bacon, but it will increase the calorie count.
- Sour cream – use low-fat sour cream or plain Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
- Green onion – chives would also be good here.
How to make baked potatoes in the air fryer
Step 1: Add the potatoes to the air fryer.
Add russet potatoes to the air fryer basket, spraying with cooking spray and seasoning with salt.
Step 2: Air fry until tender.
Air fry for 30 minutes at 400 F. With an oven mitt, flip potatoes over and then air fry for another 15 minutes until potatoes are tender
Step 3: Prep your toppings.
Meanwhile, fry bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5-10 minutes until cooked through. Chop bacon up once cooled. Grate cheese and slice green onions, then set aside.
Step 4: Add your toppings and serve!
Remove potatoes from the air fryer, then slice down the center. Add butter and salt and pepper to taste, then add cheese, chopped up bacon and sliced green onions. Serve with sour cream and enjoy!
The best baked potato toppings
Looking for topping ideas for your baked potatoes? Add on whatever you’re craving! You can’t go wrong with the classics like bacon, sour cream and green onions. If you’re looking for more topping ideas, here are some of my faves:
- Chili
- Pico de gallo or salsa
- Cream cheese
- Sauteed veggies
- Queso or nacho cheese
- Refried beans
Frequently Asked Questions
A potato will take 30 minutes to bake in the air fryer at 400° Fahrenheit. Make sure to flip the potatoes halfway through so they cook evenly!
No, you don’t need to pierce the potatoes before cooking them in the air fryer. You can if you want, but it really just comes down to a matter of preference.
When you bake your potatoes in the oven, there’s always a risk that they won’t turn out as crispy as you’d like them to be. By cooking them in the air fryer, they’ll turn out perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Storing and reheating
Store your baked potatoes without any of the toppings for up to 5 days. The best way to reheat them is to pop them back in the air fryer for a few minutes or reheat them in the oven at 350° Fahrenheit.
Can you freeze baked potatoes?
Yes! You can definitely freeze baked potatoes to use for later. Let them flash freeze for about an hour first on a tray so that they don’t stick together, then store them in an airtight container or Ziploc bag for up to 3 months.
When you’re ready to enjoy, you can cook them right from frozen either in the air fryer or in the oven. Add on your favourite toppings then dig in!
Meal prep tools for this recipe
- I own and love the Philips Digital Airfryer XXL.
- Grab some glass meal prep bowls if you plan on turning these baked potatoes into leftovers.
Air Fryer Baked Potato {Fully Loaded!}
Ingredients
- 4 russet potatoes about 4 inches in length and 3 inches in diameter
- Cooking spray
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Butter to taste
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 green onions sliced
Instructions
- Add russet potatoes to the air fryer basket, spraying with cooking spray and seasoning with salt. Air fry for 30 minutes at 400 F. With an oven mitt, flip potatoes over and then air fry for another 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Meanwhile, fry bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5-10 minutes until cooked through. Chop bacon up once cooled. Grate cheese and slice green onions, then set aside.
- Remove potatoes from the air fryer, then slice down the center. Add butter and salt and pepper to taste, then add cheese, chopped up bacon and sliced green onions. Serve with sour cream and enjoy!
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