Air Fryer Baked Potatoes with Butter, Sour Cream, and Chives Recipe
Crispy and fluffy air fryer baked potatoes seasoned with olive oil, sea salt, and pepper, served with rich butter, sour cream, and fresh chives for a perfect side dish or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Sea salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Toppings
- 4 tablespoons butter (1 tablespoon per potato)
- 1 cup sour cream (for serving)
- 1/4 cup chopped chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Wash the Russet potatoes thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel to remove any moisture.
- Poke Holes: Using a fork, poke several holes in each potato to allow steam to escape during cooking and ensure even baking.
- Season Potatoes: Rub each potato evenly with olive oil, then sprinkle sea salt and pepper generously over them for flavor.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for about 5 minutes to reach the ideal cooking temperature.
- Cook Potatoes: Place the seasoned potatoes in the air fryer basket and cook for 40 minutes, turning them halfway through to ensure even crisping on all sides.
- Check Doneness: Insert a fork or knife into the center of a potato to test if it’s tender all the way through; the potato should be soft inside.
- Serve: Carefully remove the potatoes from the air fryer, cut a slit down the center of each, add 1 tablespoon butter, and top with sour cream and chopped chives for garnish.
Notes
- Choose potatoes similar in size for even cooking.
- Poking holes prevents the potatoes from bursting during cooking.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Adding additional toppings such as shredded cheese or bacon bits can enhance flavor.
- Use tongs or oven mitts to safely handle hot potatoes from the air fryer.
