Air Fryer Baked Potato
By Morrisons
Published on 22 January 2026
Discover the secret to a perfectly crispy jacket potato with a fluffy, steaming middle using your air fryer. This simple method delivers a reliable family favourite that is ideal for a quick lunch or a comforting midweek supper.Time and servings
42 minsTotal time
2Servings
2 minsPrep time
40 minsCooking time
Ingredients
- 2 large baking potatoes
- 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil or olive oil
- A generous pinch of sea salt
Method
Step 1
Give your potatoes a good wash and a scrub to get any bits of earth off, then dry them thoroughly with a clean tea towel. A dry potato is the key to a crispy skin, so do not skip this bit.Step 2
Take a fork and prick the potatoes a few times all over. Rub the oil over the skins until they are well coated, then sprinkle on the salt. The salt helps to draw out the moisture and gives you that lovely salty crunch we all crave.Step 3
Pop the potatoes into the air fryer basket. Cook them at 200°C for about 40 minutes. You can give them a little turn halfway through if you like, just to make sure they are crisping up evenly.Step 4
When the time is up, give the potatoes a gentle squeeze with a pair of tongs. They should feel give slightly and the skin should look nice and golden.Step 5
Carefully slice them open, add a big knob of butter or your favourite topping, and tuck in while they are nice and hot.