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Crispy Air Fryer Loaded Potato Skins with Bacon and Cheese

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These crispy loaded potato skins are made in the air fryer for a quick, easy, and delicious snack featuring smoky bacon, sharp cheddar, and a dollop of sour cream.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large medium Russet potatoes
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ cup sour cream, for serving
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. Pat dry with a towel.
  2. Prick each potato several times with a fork. Place them directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-50 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
  3. Allow potatoes to cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, slice each potato in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out the flesh, leaving about ¼ inch (6mm) of potato attached to the skin. Save the scooped potato for another use.
  4. Brush the potato skins with olive oil. Sprinkle salt, pepper, and garlic powder evenly over the skins.
  5. Arrange the skins in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for about 8 minutes to start crisping the skins.
  6. Remove the basket and flip the skins over. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped bacon evenly inside each skin.
  7. Return to the air fryer and cook for another 4-6 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the skins are golden and crispy.
  8. Carefully transfer the loaded skins to a serving plate. Add a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with sliced green onions.

Notes

Pre-baking the potatoes is essential for tender flesh and crispy skins. Pat skins dry before oiling to ensure crispiness. Cook in batches if your air fryer basket is small. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes to maintain crispiness. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

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