Irresistible 4-Ingredient Air Fryer Crispy Potato Skins You’ll Crave
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Crispy potato skins filled with caramelized onions and melted cheese, made easily in your air fryer.
- Author: Cannedmany
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 potato skins 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 medium potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp sour cream (optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives (optional)
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry.
- Pierce the potatoes with a fork and rub them with olive oil.
- Air fry the potatoes for 30-35 minutes until tender.
- Let the potatoes cool slightly, then cut them in half and scoop out the flesh, leaving a thin layer.
- Brush the potato skins with olive oil and air fry for 5 minutes until crispy.
- While the skins cook, sauté the onions in a pan with olive oil until caramelized.
- Fill the crispy skins with caramelized onions and shredded cheese.
- Air fry for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Garnish with sour cream and chives if desired.
Notes
- Use russet potatoes for the crispiest skins.
- Save the scooped-out potato flesh for mashed potatoes or another recipe.
- Adjust cooking times based on your air fryer model.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 potato skins
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg