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Baked Potato split open with butter on a plate

Ninja Air Fryer Baked Potato

Our Ninja Air Fryer Baked Potato will change the way you make baked potatoes! Learn how to make a baked potato in the air fryer resulting in the crispiest potato skins with a creamy inside - all in just 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4

Equipment

  • ninja air fryer or other air fryer
  • fork
  • towel
  • colander

Ingredients

  • 4 medium russet potatoes
  • avocado oil cooking spray or other high heat spray
  • coarsely ground salt
  • freshly ground pepper
  • butter, sour cream, or other favorite toppings optional

Instructions

  • Prep the potatoes. Wash the potatoes then dry them. Using a fork, poke holes into the top of the potato. Place onto the air fryer tray. Spray with the avocado oil and using your hands, spread the oil over the whole potato. Sprinkle with coarse salt.
  • Preheat the air fryer. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  • Bake. Bake the potatoes for 20-25 minutes or until they give when squeezed (use clean oven mitts or a kitchen towel). 
  • Serve. Slice the potatoes open with a knife and squeeze gently to open. Sprinkle with freshly ground pepper and your favorite toppings.

Notes

Baked Potato Toppings 

Nutrition

Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 888mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2mg