Crispy Air Fryer Potato Skins
These delicious potato skins get extra crispy in the air fryer and are piled up with melted cheese, bacon and onion for a tasty tasty snack.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 medium russet potatoes pre-baked
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 slices cooked and crumbled bacon grease reserved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (only if not using bacon grease)
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 3 green onions sliced
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Cook the potatoes using your preferred method. See methods in post.
- Half the potatoes lengthwise. Scoop out the center of the potato to leave 1/4" of flesh around the skin.
- Coat the potatoes with the reserved bacon grease or olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Add the potatoes in a single layer to the air fryer basket. Cook for 5 minutes at 400 degrees F. Open the basket and add the cheese and bacon crumbles to the center of each potato. Cook for 2 more minutes, until the cheese is melted.
- Transfer the potato skins to a plate and top with green onions and sour cream. Serve right away with additional toppings, if desired.
Notes
- Be sure to pre-bake the potatoes in the oven, air fryer, or instant pot, until they are tender.
- You can top your potato skins with any toppings you like - use different types of cheese, top with ham, shredded bbq chicken, or different seasonings for a twist.
All air fryers have different wattage and may cook at different rates. You may need to adjust the time or temp for the best results.
Nutrition
Calories: 237kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 247mgPotassium: 929mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 234IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 137mgIron: 2mg
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