How to Make an Air Fryer Baked Potato in Foil
Air fryer baked potatoes come out with crispy skin while being fork tender on the inside! If you love baked potatoes, you are going to love this version made in the air fryer!
Baked potatoes make the perfect side for so many different dishes. I love them with steak (of course), meatloaf, grilled chicken, even fish! With the air fryer, you can avoid heating up your house with the oven while still making the signature baked potato side dish you love!
Other favorite air fryer side dish recipes we have shared are Maple Bacon Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts, Air Fryer Potato Skins, and Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower.
Should baked potatoes be wrapped in foil?
No, we don’t wrap our potatoes in foil. Air frying potatoes without foil makes for extra crispy skin. However, this is a personal preference. You can use foil on your potatoes in your air fryer, if you prefer.
What kind of potatoes should I use?
We always use russet potatoes for baked potatoes. The cook time in this recipe is specific for medium sized potatoes. For extra large russet potatoes, you will want to add a few more minutes of air frying time and check them periodically.
More potato recipes:
- Air Fryer Tater Tot Casserole
- Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Blooming Potatoes (aka hasselback potatoes)
- Cheesy Ranch Chicken and Potato Casserole
- Sheet Pan Chicken and Potatoes
How to air fry baked potatoes?
(full printable recipe can be found at the bottom of this page)
- Prick clean potatoes all over with the tines of a fork.
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Coat potatoes in olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Place in air fryer for 30 minutes at 400ºF.
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Flip and continue to air fry for an additional 10 minutes.
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Slice open and top with cheese, green onion, bacon bits, butter, salt, and pepper!
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Can I stack baked potatoes in an air fryer?
It’s best not to crowd or stack your potatoes in the air fryer. Most larger air fryers should fit four potatoes at once. If you have a smaller air fryer, you will need to cook them in batches.
If you are looking to make a lot of baked potatoes, you may prefer to make them in your instant pot or oven.
What to serve with air fryer baked potatoes?
- Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
- Sweet and Spicy Meatloaf
- Creamy Pesto Chicken
- Buttered Carrots
- Kid Friendly Roasted Cauliflower
- Roasted Root Vegetables Recipe
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Air Fryer Baked Potato Recipe
Air fryer baked potatoes come out with crispy skin while being fork tender on the inside! If you love baked potatoes, you are going to love this version made in the air fryer!
Ingredients
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 4 teaspoons butter
- Optional toppings: sliced green onions, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and bacon bits
Instructions
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Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
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Wash the potatoes well and pat dry with a paper towel.
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Prick the potatoes all over with the tine of a fork.
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Rub olive oil over each potato and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Air fry for 30 minutes.
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Carefully flip them over and cook for an additional 10 minutes, until fork tender.
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Slice open the top of each potato and add a teaspoon of butter. Season with additional salt and pepper.
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Serve, topped with cheese, green onions, and bacon bits.
Recipe Notes
Baked poatoes can be stored in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
This recipe was tested using a PowerXL Air Fryer.
