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February 9, 2022 5 Ingredients or Less

Air Fryer Potato Skins

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Air fryer potato skins are an easy 3 ingredient appetizer. They take just 10 minutes to make and are a perfect game-day snack. Fluffy potato halves filled with bacon and cheese are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

air fryer potato skins topped with sour cream and green onions on parchment paper on a wood board
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  • What You Need For Air Fryer Potato Skins
  • How To Make Air Fryer Potato Skins
  • What To Serve With Air Fryer Potato Skins
  • Can I Make Vegetarian Potato Skins?
  • Storing and Reheating Air Fryer Potato Skins
  • More Topping Ideas
  • What Else Can I Fill Potato Skins With?
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Easy Air Fryer Potato Skins
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These air fryer potato skins are one of the easiest appetizers to make. They're crispy, salty, and, of course, extra cheesy.

This recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare and is perfect to serve at any Superbowl or birthday party. Using cooked potatoes, all you need to do is cut them in half, fill with bacon and cheddar cheese, then air fry the potato skins until the cheese is melted.

You can top them with sliced green onions and sour cream for even more goodness, and I guarantee that friends and family will gobble them up!

Be sure to also check out air fryer pigs in a blanket and dairy free buffalo chicken dip for more game day treats.

What You Need For Air Fryer Potato Skins

air fryer potato skin ingredients on a white backdrop labeled with black text
  • Russet potatoes: You want to use a sturdy potato like a russet because the skin is thicker and will hold up better in the air fryer. Gold or red potatoes have a thin skin that is too delicate for this recipe
  • Shredded cheese: I like cheddar cheese, but pepper jack or Monterey jack would also be good
  • Bacon: You want you bacon to be cooked and crispy. Additionally, you can also use turkey bacon for less fat!

How To Make Air Fryer Potato Skins

  1. Begin by wrapping clean potatoes in aluminum foil
  2. Place the wrapped potatoes into the air fryer, and air fry at 390 degrees F for 45 minutes
  3. Once the potatoes are cooked through, unwrap them from the foil and *carefully* slice them in half They will be hot!! So be careful as you scoop out the centers. If you want to let them cool for 10-15 minutes you're more than welcome to.
  4. When scooping out the centers, you want to leave a ¼ inch barrier between the skin and the part you're taking out
  5. Fill the scooped out center with shredded cheese and chopped bacon
  6. Place the now loaded potato skins back into the air fryer and cook at 380 degrees F for 5-6 minutes
  7. Use tongs to carefully remove them from the air fryer and serve them as is, or with sour cream and chopped green onions
baked potatoes wrapped in aluminum foil in the air fryer
Bake potatoes at 390 F for 40-45 minutes
4 baked potatoes cut in half. 2 of the 4 have the center scooped out
Cut in half and scoop out the centers
easy potato skins cooked in the air fryer
Cook at 380 F for 5-6 minutes

What To Serve With Air Fryer Potato Skins

You can totally serve these crispy potato skins on their own with sour cream or buffalo sauce on top, but if you're looking for more finger foods to pair with them I suggest:

  • Air fryer pigs in a blanket
  • Air fryer nachos
  • Gluten free mozzarella sticks
  • BBQ chicken wings (air fryer)
  • Gluten free chicken tenders

Can I Make Vegetarian Potato Skins?

Of course you can! Simply leave off the bacon and they're vegetarian.

You can also make them vegan by using a non-dairy cheese and vegan bacon bits.

Storing and Reheating Air Fryer Potato Skins

STORING: You can keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

You can also freeze halved and scooped baked potatoes for future use. When you're ready to make potato skins in the air fryer, thaw the potato halves then fill with cheese and bacon and cook.

REHEATING: To reheat, place the potato skins into the air fryer basket and cook at 350F for 3-4 minutes. Once hot, add toppings as desired and enjoy.

More Topping Ideas

I usually stick to the traditional sour cream and green onion slices, but you can get fancy! Here's some ideas:

  • Any kind of cheese you like!
  • Salsa
  • Guacamole
  • Greek yogurt
  • Diced ham
  • Turkey bacon
easy air fryer potato skins topped with sour cream on parchment paper on a wood board resting on a white backdrop

What Else Can I Fill Potato Skins With?

Ditch the traditional cheese and bacon route, and have fun with your fillings! Here are a few ideas for unique potato skin fillings:

  • Shredded buffalo chicken
  • Mac and cheese
  • Tender broccoli with cheese sauce
  • Taco meat
  • Chili

These are just a few ideas, you can really get creative!

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of potato is best for potato skins?

Since potato skins require the use of a baked potato, you'll want to use a russet. They have a hearty skin that can hold up to the middles being scooped out without breaking.

What can I do with the leftover potato from the inside?

You can save them for mashed potatoes or turn them into potato pancakes.

close up of an air fryer potato skin topped with sour cream and green onion on a piece of parchment paper

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Easy Air Fryer Potato Skins

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These air fryer potato skins are the easiest appetizer you can make! All you need is 3 ingredients and some patience in order to make this amazing, family favorite, recipe. Serve these at your next party or event and watch your guests devour them.

  • Author: Nicole Radcliffe
  • Prep Time: 10 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 Minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 Servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air-fryer
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  1. 4 Russet Potatoes (or white potatoes)
  2. ½ cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  3. 2 Pieces Chopped, Cooked Bacon

Instructions

  1. Begin by wrapping clean potatoes in aluminum foil
  2. Place the wrapped potatoes into the air fryer, and air fry at 390 degrees F for 45 minutes
  3. Once the potatoes are cooked through, unwrap them from the foil and *carefully* slice them in half The potatoes will be hot!! So be careful as you scoop out the centers. If you want to let them cool for 10-15 minutes you're more than welcome to.
  4. When scooping out the centers, you want to leave a ¼ inch barrier between the skin and the part you're taking out
  5. Fill the scooped out center with shredded cheese and chopped bacon
  6. Place the now loaded potato skins back into the air fryer and cook at 380 degrees F for 5-6 minutes
  7. Use tongs to carefully remove the hot potatoes from the air fryer and serve them as is, or with sour cream and chopped green onions

Notes

  • Calories calculated are an estimate
  • Read the entire recipe before beginning
  • Use russet potatoes! Their skin is hearty enough to hold up in this recipe
  • After you slice the cooked potatoes in half, let them sit for 10 minutes to cool off quicker
  • Use a regular dinner spoon to scoop out the centers, they're the perfect size
  • Use turkey bacon and Greek yogurt to top these air fryer potato skins for a lower fat version
  • Store leftovers in the fridge in an air-tight container for 4-5 days

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  1. Fey Carole says

    February 09, 2022 at 7:30 pm

    Going to try this. When you put these back on at 380 for 5-6 min do you set it on air fry or bake. I have a ninja air fryer oven.

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    • Nicole Radcliffe says

      February 11, 2022 at 10:39 pm

      Hi there! I put mine on air fry when I do the second bake. Enjoy!

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