Air Fryer Jacket Potatoes
These Air Fryer Jacket Potatoes have crisp, golden skins and soft, fluffy centers, using just a few everyday ingredients. Cook them at 200°C (400°F), turn halfway through, and check the center for tenderness before serving. Customize each potato with butter, cheese, tuna, chicken, or cottage cheese for an easy lunch or dinner. This recipe is simple, versatile, and ideal for anyone who loves classic baked potatoes without using a full-size oven.
Ingredients
- 4 medium-to-large baking potatoes 250–300 g each
- 1 tablespoon olive oil 15 ml
- ½ teaspoon fine salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper optional
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder optional
Instructions
- Wash and dry: Scrub the potatoes thoroughly under running water. Dry completely with a clean kitchen towel.
- Season: Rub the potatoes with olive oil until lightly coated. Sprinkle with salt and optional black pepper or garlic powder. Prick each potato a few times with a fork if desired.
- Preheat: Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for 3–5 minutes, following your appliance's instructions.
- Arrange: Place the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them for proper air circulation.
- Cook: Air fry at 200°C (400°F) for 40–55 minutes, depending on size. Turn the potatoes after 20–25 minutes for more even cooking.
- Check doneness: Insert a skewer into the thickest part of each potato. It should slide in easily. For a fluffy center, aim for an internal temperature of 96–99°C (205–210°F). If still firm, continue cooking in 5–10-minute increments.
- Fluff and serve: Rest for 2–3 minutes. Cut a cross into the top of each potato, gently open it, and fluff the inside with a fork. Add your preferred toppings and serve hot.