Air Fryer Potato Skins

Ingredients:

• 4 medium russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Shredded cheese (such as cheddar or mozzarella)
• Cooked and crumbled bacon bits (optional)
• Chopped green onions (optional)
• Sour cream for dipping (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
2. Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. You can leave the skin on for added texture and flavor.
3. Pierce the potatoes with a fork a few times to allow steam to escape during cooking.
4. Rub the potatoes with a small amount of olive oil to help them crisp up in the air fryer, and then season them with salt and pepper.
5. Place the potatoes in the preheated air fryer and cook for about 30-40 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. The exact cooking time may vary depending on the size and type of your air fryer, so keep an eye on them.
6. Once the potatoes are cooked, remove them from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes until they are cool enough to handle.
7. Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out the inside, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato flesh attached to the skin. Save the scooped-out potato for another use (e.g., mashed potatoes).
8. Brush the inside and outside of the potato skins with olive oil, and place them back in the air fryer.
9. Air fry the potato skins for another 5-10 minutes or until they become crispy and golden brown.
10. Remove the potato skins from the air fryer and sprinkle them with shredded cheese and bacon bits, if desired.
11. Place the potato skins back in the air fryer for another 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
12. Serve the air fryer potato skins hot, garnished with chopped green onions and a side of sour cream for dipping.