how long to cook baked potatoes in air fryer
Cooking baked potatoes in an air fryer is a fantastic way to achieve a crispy outside and a fluffy inside with much less time and effort than traditional oven baking. Here’s a general guideline for cooking baked potatoes in an air fryer:
Cooking Time:
- Small to medium-sized potatoes (about 1-1.5 inches in diameter): 30-40 minutes at 400°F (200°C)
- Medium-sized potatoes (about 1.5-2 inches in diameter): 40-50 minutes at 400°F (200°C)
- Large potatoes (about 2-2.5 inches in diameter): 50-60 minutes at 400°F (200°C)
Tips:
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the potatoes clean and dry them with a paper towel.
- Poke some holes in the potatoes with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Rub the potatoes with a little bit of oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket, leaving some space between each potato.
- Cook the potatoes for the recommended time, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Check the potatoes for doneness by inserting a fork or knife. If it slides in easily, the potato is cooked.
Optional:
- To get a crisper skin, you can increase the temperature to 420°F (220°C) for the last 10-15 minutes of cooking.
- To add some extra flavor, you can sprinkle the potatoes with garlic powder, paprika, or chili powder before cooking.
Remember, the cooking time may vary depending on the size and type of potatoes you use, as well as your personal preference for doneness. So, keep an eye on them and adjust the cooking time as needed.
