Description
Russet potatoes rubbed with olive oil and seasoned salt, then air fried until the skin is crispy and the inside is light and fluffy. No oven, no foil, and only about 5 minutes of hands-on work.
Ingredients
- 4 medium russet potatoes (10 to 12 oz each)
- 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp seasoned salt, such as Lawry’s
Instructions
- Scrub and dry: Scrub the potatoes under cold running water with a vegetable brush. Pat them completely dry with paper towels.
- Poke: Poke each potato 2 or 3 times with a fork.
- Oil and season: Add the olive oil and seasoned salt to a large zip-top bag or bowl. Add the potatoes and shake or toss until evenly coated.
- Preheat: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.
- Air fry: Place the potatoes in the basket or on the tray in a single layer with space between them. Air fry at 400°F for 35 to 45 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Check the center: Pierce the center with a sharp knife. It should slide in and out easily. If it’s still firm, flip and cook 5 to 10 minutes more.
- Split and serve: Carefully remove the potatoes, split them open, and fluff the inside with a fork. Add your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Cook time by size: Potatoes around 8 to 10 oz usually need 35 to 40 minutes. Potatoes over 12 oz may need an extra 5 to 10 minutes.
- Doneness: A sharp knife should slide into the center and back out easily. The center should read about 205 to 210°F on an instant-read thermometer.
- Skip the foil: Foil traps steam and keeps the skin from crisping. Cook the potatoes bare in a single layer.
- Oil and seasoning swaps: Use salt and pepper if you don’t have seasoned salt. You can also swap the olive oil for the same amount of bacon drippings for a smoky, salty skin.
- Sweet potatoes: The same method works with similar timing. Start checking thinner sweet potatoes a few minutes early.
- Storage: Let the potatoes cool, then store them in an airtight container or wrapped in foil in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
- Reheating: Air fry at 350°F for 5 to 10 minutes to crisp the skin back up, or wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 45min
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American