Description
Discover how to make ultra-crispy loaded potatoes in the air fryer, with customizable toppings for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits (optional)
- 1/4 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
Instructions
- Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly, then pat them dry.
- Prick potatoes several times with a fork to vent steam.
- Drizzle with olive oil and rub evenly; season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 40–50 minutes, checking at 40 minutes for doneness.
- Prep toppings (cook bacon, shred cheese, chop green onions) while potatoes are cooking.
- Slice each potato lengthwise and fluff the interior with a fork. Add cheese and return to the air fryer for 1-2 minutes until melted.
- Top with bacon, sour cream, green onions, and any additional toppings. Serve immediately.
Notes
For added flavor, try different toppings such as chili, salsa, or roasted veggies. Adjust cooking time based on the size of your potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 loaded potato
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg