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Homemade Air Fryer Potato Skins

These Air Fryer Potato Skins recipe is an easier version of a crispy favorite appetizer/snack. Just as good as the deep fried original.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: appetizer, party food, potato, snack
Servings: 6
Calories: 312kcal
Author: foodyschmoody

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 6 Russet potatoes medium sized
  • 3 slices bacon cooked and chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 Teaspoon salt, kosher
  • ¼ Teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese or Monterey Jack Cheese (or a blend)

Instructions

  • Prep the potatoes by washing them well and drying. Place in air fryer set to 400 F for 20 minutes. Check the potatoes, if they are easily pierced with a fork, they are ready. If they are not, continue to cook in 5 minute increments until ready.
  • When potatoes are cool enough to handle, slice them in half, lengthwise. Scoop out half of the potato. Be careful not to cut through the skin.
  • Turn hollowed out potatoes over and brush with oil. Season with salt. Flip the skins back over and brush the inside also with oil and season with salt and pepper. Air Fry again at 400 F for 5 minutes.
  • Evenly distribute the cheese and bacon into each potato. Air Fry at 400 F for 5 minutes.
  • Serve will hot and crispy. If desired garnish with green onion, parsley or cilantro and serve with sour cream, salsa, guacamole or even warmed marinara.

Nutrition

Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 594mg | Potassium: 926mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 195IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 162mg | Iron: 2mg