Twice Baked Potatoes Air Fryer Recipe -

Twice Baked Potatoes Air Fryer Recipe

Creamy, cheesy twice baked potatoes made quickly and easily in the air fryer. With crispy skins and fluffy, flavorful filling, this family-friendly recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing side dish.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1

Servings: 4 potatoes

Course: Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 375

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

4 medium Russet potatoes about 5-6 ounces each
2 tbsp olive oil divided
1 tsp salt plus more to taste
1/4 cup butter softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese divided
4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
2 tbsp chives chopped
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

Air fryer
Mixing Bowl
Spoon
Fork

Method

First Air Fry

Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly. Prick each potato several times with a fork.
Rub 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the potatoes and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Place potatoes in the air fryer basket, making sure they're not touching.
Air fry at 400°F for 30-40 minutes, or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Let potatoes rest for 5 minutes.

Prepare Filling

Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out the flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato attached to the skin to maintain structure.
In a mixing bowl, combine the potato flesh with butter, sour cream, 3/4 cup of cheese, half the bacon, chives, garlic powder, remaining salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined but still somewhat chunky.
Brush the potato skins with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, inside and out.
Spoon the filling back into the potato skins, dividing evenly among all halves. Top with remaining cheese and bacon.

Second Air Fry

Place the filled potato halves back in the air fryer basket, being careful not to overcrowd.
Air fry at 370°F for 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown.
Garnish with additional chives if desired and serve hot.

Notes

For lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for some or all of the sour cream. Make ahead: Complete through filling the potatoes, then refrigerate for up to 24 hours before the second air fry. Leftover twice baked potatoes can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes.