Air Fryer Baked Potato
Updated Sep 22, 2025
Learn how to make a baked potato in the air fryer! It gets crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside with less time than using the oven
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Make baked potatoes in the air fryer!
Did you know you can make baked potatoes in the air fryer? The air fryer is basically a mini oven anyway, and I like making the baked potatoes in there when I don’t want to heat up my whole house. The air fryer creates the most crispy potato skin with a fluffy, pillowy middle that’s ready for all the butter and toppings like sour cream, cheese, and chives.
If you love potatoes and don’t feel like making traditional baked potatoes in the oven or grilled baked potatoes, and you have an air fryer, I’m going to show you my simple method for making the best baked potatoes in your air fryer.
Happy Cooking!
– Yumna
Air Fryer Baked Potato Ingredients
- Potatoes: A traditional baked potato is usually a russet potato. Look for potatoes that are similar in size so they finish cooking at the same time. I recommend medium-sized potatoes, because if they’re too big, they won’t cook all the way through. You can also use Yukon gold potatoes, red potatoes, or even sweet potatoes. You may need to adjust the cooking time depending on the type and size of potatoes you use.
- Olive oil: This is optional, but I like to brush the potatoes with olive oil before air frying for a crispy skin. Any oil with a high smoke point works, like avocado oil or canola oil.
- Salt: I recommend kosher salt.
- Toppings: Sour cream and chives.
How to Make Baked Potatoes in the Air Fryer
Air Fryer Baked Potato
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Ingredients
Instructions
- Scrub the potatoes under running water and dry with a paper towel.
- Use a fork to poke the potatoes all over. Rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket and air fry at 400°F for 40–50 minutes, depending on the size, flipping halfway through. Use a knife to poke the potatoes and check for doneness.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the potatoes lengthwise down the center without cutting all the way down. Gently pinch the sides of the potatoes to open. Add toppings of choice and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
Recipe Variations
- Add some flavor to the skin. Sprinkle the potatoes with garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika before air frying.
- Top them with cheese. Sprinkle the baked potatoes with shredded cheddar, Parmesan, Gruyère, or your favorite cheese.
- Or, stuff them with cheese and toppings. When the potatoes finish air frying, scoop out the insides and mash with sour cream, cheese, and chives. Then, stuff the mixture back in. Air fry or broil for a few extra minutes until golden.
Recipe Tips
- Thoroughly dry the potatoes after scrubbing. A damp potato will steam instead of crisping up.
- Check doneness with a knife, not a fork. A fork will pierce the potato too easily and might give you a false sense of doneness.
- Cut the potatoes open right after baking. If you wait, the steam will condense inside, and the potato will be dense instead of fluffy.
Serving Ideas
- Steak: Air Fryer Steak, Cast Iron Skillet Steak, Steak Salad
- Chicken: Breaded Air Fryer Chicken, Air Fryer Chicken Wings, Pan Seared Chicken Thighs
- Fish: Air Fryer Salmon, Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp, Crispy Salmon Fish Sticks
FAQs
Store baked potatoes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350ºF for about 15 minutes or until heated through. You can also reheat baked potatoes in the microwave. Just wrap them in a damp paper towel first so they don’t dry out.
Yes! Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Frozen baked potatoes will last in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge and reheat in the oven or microwave.
It’s up to you. In my experience, wrapping the potatoes in foil prevents the skin from getting too crispy so I prefer not doing that. Try both ways and see which method you prefer!
How long you need to cook baked potatoes in the air fryer depends on the size. Your potatoes could be too big. For the best air fryer baked potatoes, use medium potatoes, because large potatoes won’t cook all the way through. Next, check for doneness with a knife, not a fork. Lastly, check the temperature of your air fryer. Some air fryers run hotter than others, so you might need to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Yes! Keep the same temperature of 400ºF, but check the potato sooner, around 30–35 minutes.
Comments
Made this yesterday and it was great! Sprinkled the suggested seasonings as well. Thanks for another easy to follow, delicious recipe!
Aww, you’re welcome!! So glad you liked it, Amira!
No, seriously, these are the BEST potatoes I have ever – EVER – had! Better than any steakhouse (where they donโt even blush when they charge me $10 and up!) or Spud Hut Iโve tried. I thank you effusively for this blessing in an extra-crispy skin!!
Yay, so happy you loved this recipe!
Is there a print option?
If you scroll to the recipe card, there’s a printer icon. When you click on it, I have it formatted in a way to print on 1-2 pages maximum with no images, no large font or anything that takes up too much ink. Can you try that? It should work fine.