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Ninja Air Fryer Baked Potato

Craving the perfect baked potato—crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside? The Ninja Air Fryer makes it effortless! In just 40 minutes, you’ll achieve golden, crunchy skin with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center—all with less oil and faster cooking than a traditional oven. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a restaurant-quality baked potato right at home. Top it with butter, sour cream, or your favorite toppings, and enjoy the ultimate comfort food in no time! Once you try this method, you'll never go back!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Ninja Air Fryer Essential for cooking the baked potatoes evenly.
  • 1 Tongs Helps safely flip and remove hot potatoes.
  • 1 Fork Used to poke holes in potatoes for even cooking.
  • 1 Brush For applying oil evenly on the potato skin.
  • 1 Knife To check doneness or cut potatoes before serving.
  • 1 Serving Plate For plating the crispy baked potatoes.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large Russet potatoes Best for crispy skin and fluffy interior.
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil Helps achieve a golden, crispy texture.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances the potato’s natural flavor.
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper Adds a mild heat and depth of flavor.
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic powder Optional, for extra seasoning.
  • As needed Butter For serving, adds richness.
  • As needed Sour cream Optional topping for a creamy texture.
  • As needed Chives Garnish for a fresh, mild onion flavor.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Air Fryer
    Set your Ninja Air Fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for 3-5 minutes. This ensures even cooking.
  • Prepare the Potatoes
    Wash and dry Russet potatoes thoroughly.
  • Use a fork to poke holes all around each potato (this helps steam escape while cooking).
  • Season the Potatoes
    Rub the potatoes with olive oil to help crisp up the skin.
  • Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and garlic powder evenly for flavor.
  • Cook in the Air Fryer
    Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching.
  • Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Check for doneness by inserting a knife or fork—it should slide in easily.
  • Serve and Enjoy
    Carefully remove the hot potatoes using tongs.
  • Slice open, fluff the inside with a fork, and add butter, sour cream, or your favorite toppings.
  • Enjoy your crispy and fluffy Ninja Air Fryer Baked Potato!
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