Air Fryer Potato Skins
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 160kcal
These air fryer potato skins are the ultimate crispy-cheesy snack or appetizer. Faster than oven-baked and way less greasy than deep-fried, they come together in about 20 minutes with simple ingredients like Russet potatoes, cheddar, and bacon. Perfect for game day, parties, or movie night at home!
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Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 4 small to medium Russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Toppings (optional)
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 2 green onions or chives, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Prep the Potatoes: Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly. Poke a few holes into each with a fork. Place on a microwave-safe plate, cover with a damp paper towel, and microwave for 6 minutes. Flip and cook for 2–3 more minutes until fork-tender.
- Scoop Them Out: Let the potatoes cool slightly. Cut in half and scoop out the centers, leaving about a ½-inch border.
- Air Fry for Crispiness: Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place them skin-side down in the air fryer basket or tray. Air fry at 400°F for 6–8 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Add Toppings & Melt: Add melted butter, shredded cheddar, and bacon crumbles to each skin. Air fry for another 2–3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Garnish & Serve: Top with sour cream and green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Dry thoroughly: After scrubbing, pat potatoes completely dry so the skins crisp up instead of steaming.
- Don’t skip the fork holes: Poke a few to let steam escape—no one wants a potato explosion.
- Check for doneness: If a fork slides in easily, they’re ready. If not, microwave for a couple more minutes.
- Scoop carefully: Leave a ½-inch border to keep the skins sturdy for all your toppings.
- Use small to medium potatoes: They cook faster and fit better in the air fryer.
- Best served hot: But leftovers reheat great the next day, too!
Nutrition
Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 410mg | Potassium: 470mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 117IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1mg
