Description
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Potato Skins loaded with Cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and optional garnishes. A perfect appetizer or snack for gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 small russet potatoes, scrubbed
- 2 tablespoons Roasted Garlic Infused Oil, divided
- 1½ teaspoons Garlic Pepper Seasoning, divided
- 2 cups shredded mild Cheddar cheese
- ½ pound bacon slices, cooked and crumbled (about 1 cup)
- Sliced green onions and sour cream, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Pierce each scrubbed potato with a fork in several spots. Rub or brush the potatoes with 1 tablespoon of Roasted Garlic Infused Oil and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of Garlic Pepper Seasoning.
- Air Fry Potatoes: Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket or on the lowest rack in the air fryer. Set the air fryer to 400°F (no need to preheat). Air fry for 40 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Remove from the fryer and let cool.
- Scoop and Season: Once cooled, cut the potatoes in half and scoop out the flesh, reserving it for another use (like mashed potatoes). Brush the insides of the potato halves with the remaining 1 tablespoon of Roasted Garlic Infused Oil and sprinkle with the remaining ½ teaspoon of Garlic Pepper Seasoning.
- Crisp the Skins: Place the potato shells, skin-side down, back in the air fryer basket or on the rack. Set the air fryer to 400°F and air fry for 3-4 minutes until the insides are nicely browned.
- Add Toppings: Remove the potato skins and top them with shredded Cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. Continue air frying for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with sliced green onions and sour cream, if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
Make Ahead & Freeze: Prepare through step 2 and place the potato shells in a gallon freezer bag. Seal well, label, and freeze. When ready to use, continue with step 3, adding 1-2 minutes to the air frying time.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato skin
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg