Air-fried potato skins make for a delicious and crispy snack. Here’s a simple recipe for making Air Fried Potato Skins:
Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- Cooked and crumbled bacon
- Sour cream (optional)
- Chopped green onions or chives (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Potatoes:
- Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. Pierce each potato with a fork a few times. This helps steam escape during the cooking process.
- Air Fry Potatoes:
- Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket and cook for about 40-45 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. The time may vary depending on the size of your potatoes and the air fryer model.
- Let Potatoes Cool:
- Allow the potatoes to cool for a few minutes until they are safe to handle.
- Cut and Scoop:
- Cut each potato in half lengthwise. Using a spoon, gently scoop out the insides, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato attached to the skin.
- Season and Oil:
- Brush the inside and outside of each potato skin with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- Air Fry Again:
- Place the potato skins back into the air fryer basket, skin side down. Air fry for about 8-10 minutes or until the edges are crispy and golden.
- Add Toppings:
- Remove the potato skins from the air fryer. Sprinkle shredded cheese and bacon crumbles over each skin.
- Air Fry Once More:
- Return the loaded potato skins to the air fryer and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve:
- Remove from the air fryer, let them cool for a minute, and then serve with optional toppings like sour cream, chopped green onions, or chives.
These air-fried potato skins are a crispy and flavorful alternative to the traditional deep-fried version. Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences. Enjoy your tasty and guilt-free potato skins!
