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This image shows golden-brown, half-cut air fryer baked potatoes with crispy skin, topped with melting butter and fresh herbs, ready to be served.

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes Recipe

Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these air fryer baked potatoes are an effortless way to enjoy a classic comfort food. Lightly seasoned with olive oil, garlic powder, and parsley, they cook to perfection in under an hour—ideal for a quick and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 448 kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Tongs
  • Fork
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Brush

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large baking potatoes, scrubbed
  • ½ tsp dried parsley, or to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ tsp garlic powder, or to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
    This image shows an air fryer preheating, preparing to cook the potatoes evenly for a crispy exterior and fluffy interior.
  • Rub potatoes with olive oil, ensuring an even coating, then season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and parsley.
    This image shows whole russet potatoes being coated with oil, salt, and seasoning, ensuring a crispy, flavorful crust as they bake.
  • Arrange them in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
    This image shows well-seasoned potatoes placed inside the air fryer basket, spaced evenly to allow for proper air circulation and even cooking.
  • Cook for 40 to 50 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
    This image shows potatoes being flipped midway through cooking to ensure an evenly crisped skin and perfectly fluffy inside.
  • Remove from the air fryer and slice each potato lengthwise.
  • Gently squeeze both sides until the fluffy inside emerges.
    This image shows a freshly baked potato sliced open, revealing a fluffy, steamy center, ready to be fluffed and topped with butter.
  • Add a tablespoon of butter to each potato and serve warm.
    This image shows a hot baked potato with melted butter and fresh herbs, making for a comforting, flavorful dish.

Notes

  • Use russet potatoes for the best texture, as they have a high starch content.
  • Pricking the potatoes with a fork is optional but can help prevent them from bursting.
  • If your potatoes are larger, increase the cooking time by 5–10 minutes.