Description
Crispy, cheesy, and indulgent potato skins made quickly in the air fryer with sharp cheddar, smoky bacon, and green onions. Ready in just 25 minutes, perfect for snacks or appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes (about 2 lbs / 900g)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (170g)
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- ½ cup sour cream (120ml), for serving
- 1 teaspoon salt (5ml)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (2.5ml), freshly ground preferred
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (2.5ml), optional
Instructions
- Wash and dry the russet potatoes. Cut each potato in half lengthwise. Using a spoon, carefully scoop out most of the flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch (6mm) of potato on the skin so they hold their shape.
- Toss the potato skins in a mixing bowl with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Make sure each skin is evenly coated.
- Place the skins in a single layer in your air fryer basket, skin side down. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 8 minutes until skins start crisping but not burning.
- Flip the skins over so the hollow side is up. Sprinkle the cooked bacon bits evenly inside each skin, then top generously with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Return the skins to the air fryer and cook at 400°F (200°C) for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are crispy.
- Remove the potato skins carefully. Sprinkle sliced green onions on top and serve with a dollop of sour cream on the side.
Notes
Use russet potatoes for best crispiness. Don’t scoop too deep to keep skins intact. Pre-cook skins before adding cheese and bacon for maximum crispiness. If cheese browns too fast, lower air fryer temperature to 375°F (190°C). Reheat in air fryer or oven to keep skins crispy; avoid microwaving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato skin
- Calories: 230
- Sodium: 380
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 10
Keywords: air fryer, potato skins, cheddar, bacon, appetizer, snack, quick recipe, crispy, cheesy