Can you cook jacket potato in the air fryer? You certainly can cook baked potatoes in an air fryer, and they cook faster than oven baking. Our recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy this classic dish.
- Quick Method – Microwave them first, then crisp the jacket potato in the air fryer
- Air Fry Only Method – Air fry jacket potato for the whole duration.
Either way, you’ll make the best-baked potatoes with crispy skin and fluffy inside. We give timings for cooking from just one potato or cooking four at a time.
How to cook jacket potato in the air fryer?
Here is how to cook jacket potatoes in the air fryer. Read on for more advice, serving suggestions, and storage advice.
📖 Step by Step Recipe
Jacket Potato in the Air Fryer
Using a microwave and air fryer, they’re easier and quicker than ever to make! Just follow our step-by-step guide.
Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy dinner option or a tasty side dish, air fryer jacket potatoes are a perfect choice.
You can store them in the fridge for up to four days or freeze them for up to three months.
Ingredients
- 4 Jacket Potato – about 290g each (10.2 oz)
- 2 teaspoon Oil
- Salt
Instructions
Microwave & Air Fryer Method (Quickest Method)
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Prick each potato all over with a fork about four times. We cooked 4 Jacket Potato in this recipe.
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Place on a microwaveable plate, cook on high, turn once halfway through;
Time varies depending on how many you are cooking at once, microwave power (use high) and the size of your potatoes.
Times are based on large 290 gram (10.2 oz) potatoes
1 Potato – 8 minutes
2 Potatoes – 10 minutes
3 Potatoes – 12 minutes
4 Potatoes -14 minutes
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Use a knife to check they are soft all the way through. Cook in 1-minute intervals from now on until soft.
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Use spray oil to coat the skin. Or pour 2 teaspoon Oil on a plate and roll potato skin in the oil.Sprinkle with Salt.
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Transfer potatoes to the air fryer and cook at 200°C / 400°F for 8-10 minutes.You can cook for longer if you want crispier skin.
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Remove and serve with your chosen toppings.
Air Fryer Only Method (Really Crispy Skin)
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Follow the instructions above, skipping step 2 (microwave).
Cook in the air fryer at 200°C / 400°F for 45 minutes. Turn once halfway through.
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To test that they’re done, insert a sharp knife into the centre of the potato; if no resistance is met, they’re ready to serve. If still firm inside, continue cooking in 2-minute intervals.
Serve with desired toppings.
