Ingredients
- 3 medium russet potatoes
- 1½ tablespoons canola or olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preparation:
- Wash and thoroughly dry the potatoes to remove any dirt. Drying is essential for crispiness.
- Seasoning:
- Rub each potato with oil, ensuring an even coating.
- Sprinkle generously with salt and black pepper.
- Cooking:
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) if needed.
- Arrange the seasoned potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t touch.
- Cook for 40 minutes, checking for doneness by inserting a knife into the center—it should slide in easily.
- If not fully cooked, continue air frying for an additional 5-10 minutes, checking periodically.
- Serving:
- Once done, remove the potatoes from the air fryer.
- Slice open and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Top with butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, chives, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Extra Crispy Skins: Rub a bit more oil on the potatoes and extend cooking time by 5 minutes.
- Quick Cooking Tip: Use smaller potatoes or cut them in half to speed up cooking.
- Best Potatoes: Russet potatoes work best due to their high starch content.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
