Have you ever made a baked potato in an air fryer? It’s so quick and easy to make the perfect one every single time. These air fryer baked potatoes are wonderfully crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. You will never make baked potatoes any other way after you try these.
What Makes These Air Fryer Baked Potatoes So Great?
- Fast. Done in under 30 minutes .
- Easy. Simply wash, poke, and season for an easy air fryer recipe .
- Vegan . Add your favorite Vegan-friendly toppings to make this an easy meal.
- Gluten-Free . Top with cheese and a dollop of Greek yogurt for a gluten-free side dish .
- Inexpensive. A great way to stretch a budget.
- Delicious. Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. Especially when they have perfectly seasoned crispy skin.
Why Air Fry Potatoes?
- Crispy - The skin is perfectly crispy and flavorful.
- Quick - Made in less than 30 minutes (for smaller potatoes).
- Fluffy - The middles are super fluffy and delicious.
- Minimal Ingredients - All you need is Salt, Pepper, and Oil.
What Are The Best Potatoes To Use?
You get the best results using floury and starchy potatoes for this recipe. The skins crisp up and the middle is soft and fluffy.
Russets are the best to use, and Yukon Gold also do well. Stay away from waxy potatoes like red and fingerlings.
Are Baked Potatoes Wrapped In Foil Necessary?
No, it is absolutely not necessary. In fact, I would actually recommend you not wrap your baked potatoes in foil before air frying. The aluminum foil can hold in moisture during the cooking process, leaving you with soggy potato skin.
Ingredients You Will Need
You just need 3 simple ingredients to make the best ever baked potatoes:
- Potatoes
- Oil
- Salt and Pepper
How Long Does It Take A Potato In The Air Fryer?
Hate how long it takes to make a baked potato in the oven? Save time and skip the oven with this quick-cooking method. Make these air fryer baked potatoes in less than 30 minutes.
Are Air Fryer Potatoes Good For You?
Well, that’s up to interpretation. If you live a low carb lifestyle, you’ll want to skip the potatoes. However, if you’re eating these instead of french fries or scalloped potatoes, these are a great alternative.
How To Make Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
- Clean. Wash and dry the potatoes.
- Poke. Prick the skin of the potato with a fork.
- Season. Rub the skins with oil then season well with salt and pepper.
- Cook. Place in the basket of an air fryer and cook at 400F for 20-45 minutes (until fork tender).
- Temp. Check internal temperature to ensure it is between 205F and 210F.
- Finish. Add your favorite toppings.
Optional but highly recommended :
- Cut. Remove from the basket and cut along the top long ways from end to end.
- Squeeze. Press together from each end and add butter and cheese.
- Finish. Return to the air fryer for a final 3-4 minutes.
Tips and Tricks For Air Fryer Potatoes
- Do not overcrowd your air fryer, the skin of the potatoes will not be crisp if you do.
- Use a mealy or floury variety of potatoes like a Russet for the very best baked potatoes.
- Your potato is cooked when you can pierce it easily with a fork.
- If your potatoes are larger flip them over halfway through the cooking process.
- Be careful when making the cut across the top of the potato, they are VERY hot.
- Use a neutral oil rather than your best olive oil to coat the potatoes.
- Timings will vary depending on the size of your potatoes. Potatoes larger than 8 oz. will require more cooking time. Sometimes up to 45-50 minutes.
- Check the internal temperature . Potatoes should reach an internal temperature of 205F to 210F for the perfect doneness.
How To Serve Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
Air fryer baked potatoes can be served as a side or as a main course. Either way, I always like to add a bit of butter.
As a side, you can serve them up with some veggies and some protein for a well-balanced meal. Try them with:
- Creamed Spinach
- Mushrooms with Bacon
- Sous Vide Steak
- Chicken Tenders
- Miso Salmon
Toppings For Baked Potatoes
When it comes to toppings, the possibilities are endless. For these, I topped them with shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped chives. More easy and tasty toppings are:
- Vegetarian Chili
- Bacon
- Chicken Tinga
- Barbacoa
- Egg Salad
- Broccoli Cheese Soup
- Buffalo Chicken Dip
Can You Make Them Ahead Of Time?
These baked potatoes are best served straight out of the air fryer so that they are at their crispiest. If you want to make them ahead of time, let them cool to room temperature and keep them covered in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.
To get as much crispiness back as possible, reheat them in the air fryer at 400F for a few minutes until they are warmed through.
What Temperature Do You Cook Baked Potatoes At?
The temperature you cook your baked potatoes depends on how you are preparing them.
If you’re making air fryer baked potatoes, you will want to cook them at 400F.
If you don’t have an air fryer (yet!) you’ll want to cook your baked potatoes at 425F.
Why Do You Soak Potatoes In Water Before Air Frying?
Many people will opt to soak their air fryer baked potatoes before cooking to prevent the skins from dehydrating while the inside cooks.
However, if you cook them according to my time and temperature instructions below, you don’t have to worry about this happening. Just was the skins thoroughly, poke some holes, spray with a little oil, and air fry!
How Do You Make Baked Potatoes In The Oven?
If you don’t have an air fryer, you can of course make baked potatoes in the oven, I really do prefer the results in the air fryer though.
- Prep. Prepare the potatoes in the same way as this recipe, and place them on a foil-lined baking sheet .
- Cook. Bake them in the oven at 425F for about 50 to 60 minutes. Flip them every 20 minutes or so.
- Check. Use a thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should reach 205F to 210F.
Why Do You Put Aluminum Foil On Baked Potatoes?
Aluminum foil is a trick people often use for cooking baked potatoes in an oven to help them bake faster and to give them crispy skin. If you’re choosing to make air fryer baked potatoes, you can skip this step every time.
The air circulation inside of your air fryer will help them cook faster than they normally would in the oven while giving you perfectly crispy skin.
More Easy Air Fryer Recipes
- Cheesy Potatoes
- Air Fryer Chicken Wings
- Keto Pizza Casserole
- Steak Tacos
- Cauliflower Buffalo Wings
- Taco Meatballs
- Air Fryer Fried Rice
Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
Equipment
- PHILLIPS AIR FRYER
- Meat Thermometer
Ingredients
- ▢ 2 Medium-large Potatoes
- ▢ 1 Tbsp Oil
- ▢ 1 Tsp Salt
- ▢ 1/2 Tsp Pepper
- ▢ Butter to taste
- ▢ Shredded Cheese to taste
- ▢ Sour Cream to taste
- ▢ Snipped Chives to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the potatoes.
- Prick the skin of the potato with a fork
- Rub the skins with oil then season well with salt and pepper.
- Place in the basket of an air fryer and cook at 400F for 20-45 minutes (until fork tender). Use a thermometer to ensure your potatoes are between 205-201F.
Optional
- Remove from the basket and cut along the top.
- Squeeze together from each end and add butter and cheese.
- Return to the air fryer for a final 3-4 minutes.
Watch The Video
- Do not over crowd your air fryer , the skin of the potatoes will not crisp if you do.
- Use a mealy or floury variety of potato like a Russet for the very best baked potatoes.
- Your potato is cooked when you can pierce it easily with a fork.
- If your potatoes are larger flip them over half way through the cooking process.
- Be careful when making the cut across the top of the potato, they are VERY hot.
- Use a neutral oil rather than your best olive oil to coat the potatoes.
- Timings will vary depending on the size of your potatoes.
- Check internal temperature . Potatoes should reach an internal temperature of 205F to 210F to be cooked to perfection.
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Have you ever made a baked potato in an air fryer? It’s so quick and easy to make the perfect one every single time. These air fryer baked potatoes are wonderfully crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. You will never make baked potatoes any other way after you try these.
What Makes These Air Fryer Baked Potatoes So Great?
- Fast. Done in under 30 minutes .
- Easy. Simply wash, poke, and season for an easy air fryer recipe .
- Vegan . Add your favorite Vegan-friendly toppings to make this an easy meal.
- Gluten-Free . Top with cheese and a dollop of Greek yogurt for a gluten-free side dish .
- Inexpensive. A great way to stretch a budget.
- Delicious. Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. Especially when they have perfectly seasoned crispy skin.
Why Air Fry Potatoes?
- Crispy - The skin is perfectly crispy and flavorful.
- Quick - Made in less than 30 minutes (for smaller potatoes).
- Fluffy - The middles are super fluffy and delicious.
- Minimal Ingredients - All you need is Salt, Pepper, and Oil.
What Are The Best Potatoes To Use?
You get the best results using floury and starchy potatoes for this recipe. The skins crisp up and the middle is soft and fluffy.
Russets are the best to use, and Yukon Gold also do well. Stay away from waxy potatoes like red and fingerlings.
Are Baked Potatoes Wrapped In Foil Necessary?
No, it is absolutely not necessary. In fact, I would actually recommend you not wrap your baked potatoes in foil before air frying. The aluminum foil can hold in moisture during the cooking process, leaving you with soggy potato skin.
Ingredients You Will Need
You just need 3 simple ingredients to make the best ever baked potatoes:
- Potatoes
- Oil
- Salt and Pepper
How Long Does It Take A Potato In The Air Fryer?
Hate how long it takes to make a baked potato in the oven? Save time and skip the oven with this quick-cooking method. Make these air fryer baked potatoes in less than 30 minutes.
Are Air Fryer Potatoes Good For You?
Well, that’s up to interpretation. If you live a low carb lifestyle, you’ll want to skip the potatoes. However, if you’re eating these instead of french fries or scalloped potatoes, these are a great alternative.
How To Make Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
- Clean. Wash and dry the potatoes.
- Poke. Prick the skin of the potato with a fork.
- Season. Rub the skins with oil then season well with salt and pepper.
- Cook. Place in the basket of an air fryer and cook at 400F for 20-45 minutes (until fork tender).
- Temp. Check internal temperature to ensure it is between 205F and 210F.
- Finish. Add your favorite toppings.
Optional but highly recommended :
- Cut. Remove from the basket and cut along the top long ways from end to end.
- Squeeze. Press together from each end and add butter and cheese.
- Finish. Return to the air fryer for a final 3-4 minutes.
Tips and Tricks For Air Fryer Potatoes
- Do not overcrowd your air fryer, the skin of the potatoes will not be crisp if you do.
- Use a mealy or floury variety of potatoes like a Russet for the very best baked potatoes.
- Your potato is cooked when you can pierce it easily with a fork.
- If your potatoes are larger flip them over halfway through the cooking process.
- Be careful when making the cut across the top of the potato, they are VERY hot.
- Use a neutral oil rather than your best olive oil to coat the potatoes.
- Timings will vary depending on the size of your potatoes. Potatoes larger than 8 oz. will require more cooking time. Sometimes up to 45-50 minutes.
- Check the internal temperature . Potatoes should reach an internal temperature of 205F to 210F for the perfect doneness.
How To Serve Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
Air fryer baked potatoes can be served as a side or as a main course. Either way, I always like to add a bit of butter.
As a side, you can serve them up with some veggies and some protein for a well-balanced meal. Try them with:
- Creamed Spinach
- Mushrooms with Bacon
- Sous Vide Steak
- Chicken Tenders
- Miso Salmon
Toppings For Baked Potatoes
When it comes to toppings, the possibilities are endless. For these, I topped them with shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped chives. More easy and tasty toppings are:
- Vegetarian Chili
- Bacon
- Chicken Tinga
- Barbacoa
- Egg Salad
- Broccoli Cheese Soup
- Buffalo Chicken Dip
Can You Make Them Ahead Of Time?
These baked potatoes are best served straight out of the air fryer so that they are at their crispiest. If you want to make them ahead of time, let them cool to room temperature and keep them covered in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.
To get as much crispiness back as possible, reheat them in the air fryer at 400F for a few minutes until they are warmed through.
What Temperature Do You Cook Baked Potatoes At?
The temperature you cook your baked potatoes depends on how you are preparing them.
If you’re making air fryer baked potatoes, you will want to cook them at 400F.
If you don’t have an air fryer (yet!) you’ll want to cook your baked potatoes at 425F.
Why Do You Soak Potatoes In Water Before Air Frying?
Many people will opt to soak their air fryer baked potatoes before cooking to prevent the skins from dehydrating while the inside cooks.
However, if you cook them according to my time and temperature instructions below, you don’t have to worry about this happening. Just was the skins thoroughly, poke some holes, spray with a little oil, and air fry!
How Do You Make Baked Potatoes In The Oven?
If you don’t have an air fryer, you can of course make baked potatoes in the oven, I really do prefer the results in the air fryer though.
- Prep. Prepare the potatoes in the same way as this recipe, and place them on a foil-lined baking sheet .
- Cook. Bake them in the oven at 425F for about 50 to 60 minutes. Flip them every 20 minutes or so.
- Check. Use a thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should reach 205F to 210F.
Why Do You Put Aluminum Foil On Baked Potatoes?
Aluminum foil is a trick people often use for cooking baked potatoes in an oven to help them bake faster and to give them crispy skin. If you’re choosing to make air fryer baked potatoes, you can skip this step every time.
The air circulation inside of your air fryer will help them cook faster than they normally would in the oven while giving you perfectly crispy skin.
More Easy Air Fryer Recipes
- Cheesy Potatoes
- Air Fryer Chicken Wings
- Keto Pizza Casserole
- Steak Tacos
- Cauliflower Buffalo Wings
- Taco Meatballs
- Air Fryer Fried Rice
Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
Equipment
- PHILLIPS AIR FRYER
- Meat Thermometer
Ingredients
- ▢ 2 Medium-large Potatoes
- ▢ 1 Tbsp Oil
- ▢ 1 Tsp Salt
- ▢ 1/2 Tsp Pepper
- ▢ Butter to taste
- ▢ Shredded Cheese to taste
- ▢ Sour Cream to taste
- ▢ Snipped Chives to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the potatoes.
- Prick the skin of the potato with a fork
- Rub the skins with oil then season well with salt and pepper.
- Place in the basket of an air fryer and cook at 400F for 20-45 minutes (until fork tender). Use a thermometer to ensure your potatoes are between 205-201F.
Optional
- Remove from the basket and cut along the top.
- Squeeze together from each end and add butter and cheese.
- Return to the air fryer for a final 3-4 minutes.
Watch The Video
- Do not over crowd your air fryer , the skin of the potatoes will not crisp if you do.
- Use a mealy or floury variety of potato like a Russet for the very best baked potatoes.
- Your potato is cooked when you can pierce it easily with a fork.
- If your potatoes are larger flip them over half way through the cooking process.
- Be careful when making the cut across the top of the potato, they are VERY hot.
- Use a neutral oil rather than your best olive oil to coat the potatoes.
- Timings will vary depending on the size of your potatoes.
- Check internal temperature . Potatoes should reach an internal temperature of 205F to 210F to be cooked to perfection.
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Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 Medium-large Potatoes
- 1 Tbsp Oil
- 1 Tsp Salt
- 1/2 Tsp Pepper
- Butter to taste
- Shredded Cheese to taste
- Sour Cream to taste
- Snipped Chives to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the potatoes.
- Prick the skin of the potato with a fork
- Rub the skins with oil then season well with salt and pepper.
- Place in the basket of an air fryer and cook at 400F for 20-45 minutes (until fork tender). Use a thermometer to ensure your potatoes are between 205-201F.
Optional
Remove from the basket and cut along the top.
Squeeze together from each end and add butter and cheese.
Return to the air fryer for a final 3-4 minutes.
Do not over crowd your air fryer , the skin of the potatoes will not crisp if you do.
Use a mealy or floury variety of potato like a Russet for the very best baked potatoes.
Your potato is cooked when you can pierce it easily with a fork.
If your potatoes are larger flip them over half way through the cooking process.
Be careful when making the cut across the top of the potato, they are VERY hot.
Use a neutral oil rather than your best olive oil to coat the potatoes.
Timings will vary depending on the size of your potatoes.
Check internal temperature . Potatoes should reach an internal temperature of 205F to 210F to be cooked to perfection.
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If you want to make the most delicious Strata recipe, you need to make this Instant Pot Breakfast Casserole! With just six ingredients you can make this delicious spinach and cheese strata.
What Makes This Instant Pot Strata Recipe Incredible?
Delicious. Perfectly fluffy eggs. Perfectly cooked veggies . Ooey, gooey cheese . Delicious sourdough bread . This strata recipe is everything you could possibly want in a quick breakfast/brunch recipe. It might even be the best breakfast casserole recipe I’ve ever made!
Quick. Make this delectable breakfast dish in just 20 minutes! Who doesn’t love a wonderfully tasty dish that they can make in less than 30 minutes ?
Easy. There isn’t much more to this recipe than mixing the ingredients together and cooking them. In fact, you can even mix the ingredients together the night before if you’re the meal prepping type, making this a fantastic Christmas breakfast casserole option.
Instant Pot. This recipe is made even easier thanks to your Instant Pot . I seriously wonder sometimes what I would do if I didn’t have my Instant Pot . Eat out a lot more, that’s what, and we all know how unhealthy and expensive constantly eating out can be.
How Do You Make This Strata Recipe?
- Grease. Thoroughly cover a 6 x 3 springform pan with grease and set aside. Grease it very well, or use a circle of parchment paper to line the bottom of the dish for extra easy removal.
- Mix. In a large mixing bowl , whisk together the eggs, half and half (or milk), and salt and pepper. Stir in bread, cheese, spinach, and green onions.
- Pour. Pour the mixture into the greased pan.
- Place. Put 1.5 cups of water into the Instant Pot . Place a steamer rack in the pot. Place the bread and egg mixture on the rack.
- Cook. Close the lid. Press PRESSURE COOK and cook on HIGH PRESSURE for 15 minutes. Allow the pot to rest undisturbed for 10 minutes, and then release all remaining pressure.
- Remove. Carefully remove the pan from the rack and ensure the strata is cooked through. You may need to use a paper towel to pat the top of the frittata dry. Allow it to cook a little from the residual heat before releasing the sides of the springform pan .
- Serve. Slice it up and enjoy!
What Is The Difference Between A Strata, A Frittata, And A Quiche?
Though the three can seem quite similar, they all have distinct characteristics that separate them from each other. Here are how they differentiate from each other:
Quiche Recipe
A quiche is an egg, veggie (and sometimes meat) mixture that has a crust.
Frittata Recipe
Unlike a quiche, a frittata is crustless. It often involves pre-cooking some ingredients in a skillet, and then often finishing them off in the oven. Check out my Herb and Cheese Frittata , Asparagus Cheese Frittata or Broccoli Frittata with Ham and Peppers for some delicious frittata recipes.
Strata Recipe
A strata (which means layers) usually involves layers of egg, milk, cheese, etc baked into a casserole.
Can This Strata Recipe Be Refrigerated Before Cooking?
A lot of strata recipes call for you to put the recipe together the night before and refrigerate it overnight. This allows the bread to soak up more of the egg mixture.
I’ve found that this isn’t necessary when making this easy breakfast casserole in a pressure cooker , but you can certainly put it together the night before for a simple make-ahead breakfast. However, I wouldn’t allow this strata recipe to refrigerate uncooked for any longer than overnight.
Tips and Tricks for Making this Spinach and Cheese Strata Recipe
- Don’t have an Instant Pot ? Check out my 5-Ingredient Savory Bread Pudding for a simple oven version.
- You can also make this in a standard 6 x 3 pan. In this case, definitely line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper , and tip the frittata onto a serving plate when finished.
- You can also add 1/2 ham to the recipe if you’d like some kind of meat in the dish.
- If you’d like to add bacon, make sure you cook and crumble the bacon first.
More Delicious Breakfast Recipes
- How To Cook Bacon in the Air Fryer - This might be the best way to cook bacon!
- Instant Pot Cranberry Millet Porridge - A simple and deliciously spiced breakfast option.
- Cheese Grits - A southern breakfast classic.
- Keto Granola - Just perfect with a little almond milk when you’re craving crunchy cereal.
- 5-Ingredient Savory Bread Pudding - The perfect breakfast casserole recipe.
- Keto Silver Dollar Pancakes - A fantastic low carb spin on a breakfast time classic.
- Keto Orange Scones - A great low carb grab and go breakfast option.
- Air Fried Herb and Cheese Frittata - Delicious, easy and it makes a great base for just about any frittata.
- Pressure Cooker Crustless Crab Quiche - Perfect for any meal—or just a snack.
- Keto Crepes - packed with lemon and blueberry flavor.
Strata Recipe | Instant Pot Breakfast Casserole
Equipment
- 6 x 3 FAT DADDIO BAKING PAN
Ingredients
- ▢ 6 Eggs
- ▢ 1 cup Half and Half , or milk
- ▢ 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- ▢ 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- ▢ 4 slices Sourdough Bread , cut into cubes
- ▢ 3 cups Spinach , chopped
- ▢ 1 cup Green Onions , chopped
- ▢ 1 cup Shredded Cheese
Instructions
- Grease a 6 x 3 springform pan and set aside. Grease it very well, or use a circle of parchment paper to line the bottom of the dish for extra easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl , whisk together the eggs, half and half (or milk), salt and pepper. Stir in bread, cheese, spinach, and green onions.
- Pour the mixture into the greased pan.
- Put 1.5 cups of water into the Instant Pot . Place a steamer rack in the pot. Place the bread and egg mixture on the rack.
- Close the lid. Press PRESSURE COOK and cook on HIGH PRESSURE for 15 minutes. Allow the pot to rest undisturbed for 10 minutes, and then release all remaining pressure.
- Carefully remove the pan from the rack and ensure the strata is cooked through. You may need to use a paper towel to pat the top of the frittata dry. Allow it to cook a little from the residual heat before releasing the sides of the springform pan.
- Serve and enjoy!
Tips and Tricks for Making this Spinach and Cheese Strata Recipe
- Don’t have an Instant Pot? Check out my 5-Ingredient Savory Bread Pudding for a simple oven version.
- You can also make this in a standard 6 x 3 pan. In this case, definitely line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper , and tip the frittata on to a serving plate when finished.
- You can also add 1/2 ham to the recipe if you’d like some kind of meat in the dish.
- If you’d like to add bacon, make sure you cook and crumble the bacon first.
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