Description
Enjoy classic comfort with this easy Air Fryer Baked Potato recipe, fully loaded with cheddar cheese, crispy turkey bacon, sour cream, and green onions for a delicious and satisfying meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 russet potatoes (about 4 inches in length and 3 inches in diameter)
- Cooking spray
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Butter to taste
Toppings
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Add the russet potatoes to the air fryer basket. Spray them with cooking spray and season generously with salt. This will help crisp the skin and add flavor.
- Air Fry Potatoes: Cook the potatoes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes. Use an oven mitt to carefully flip each potato over, then continue air frying for an additional 15 minutes until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Cook Bacon: While the potatoes air fry, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the turkey bacon slices for 5 to 10 minutes until they are cooked through and crispy. Remove and chop into small pieces once cooled.
- Prepare Toppings: Grate the cheddar cheese and slice the green onions. Set these aside to assemble later.
- Assemble Loaded Potatoes: Carefully remove the cooked potatoes from the air fryer. Slice each potato down the center, then add butter and season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with grated cheddar cheese, chopped turkey bacon, and sliced green onions.
- Serve: Serve each loaded potato with a dollop of sour cream on the side or on top. Enjoy your delicious fully loaded air fryer baked potatoes immediately.
Notes
- Use russet potatoes for the best crispy skin and fluffy interior.
- Butter enhances flavor but can be substituted with olive oil or margarine for a different taste or diet needs.
- Turkey bacon is a leaner alternative but regular bacon can be used for more traditional flavor.
- Adjust cooking times slightly based on the size of your potatoes and your specific air fryer model.
- To make this dish vegetarian, omit the bacon and add extra cheese or other toppings like sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 447 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 571 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 74 mg
