Description
Crispy and fluffy air fryer jacket potatoes made with russet potatoes, olive oil, and sea salt. This easy recipe yields perfectly baked potatoes without heating the oven, ready to be topped with butter, sour cream, cheese, or your favorite toppings for a comforting side or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 medium-sized russet potatoes
Seasoning
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- Sea salt, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Butter
- Sour cream
- Chives
- Shredded cheese
- Bacon bits
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Wash and scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a towel and pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
- Season the Potatoes: Rub each potato with olive oil, coating them evenly. Sprinkle sea salt generously over the skin to enhance flavor and create a crispy crust.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes to ensure even cooking temperature.
- Cook: Place the potatoes in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, ensuring they have space around them. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 35 to 45 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crispness all around.
- Check Doneness: Test the potatoes by inserting a fork or skewer; they should feel soft and tender inside. If they need more time, continue cooking in 5-minute increments until fully done.
- Serve: Carefully slice open the potatoes, fluff the insides with a fork, and add your desired toppings such as butter, sour cream, chives, shredded cheese, or bacon bits. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Russet potatoes work best for a fluffy interior and crispy skin.
- Adjust cooking time based on potato size; larger potatoes may need longer.
- Turn potatoes halfway for even cooking and crispiness.
- Optional toppings can be customized to your taste preferences.
- Use a fork to pierce the potatoes before cooking to prevent bursting.
