Easy Air Fryer Steakhouse Loaded Baked Potatoes + Video

Name: Easy Air Fryer Steakhouse Loaded Baked Potatoes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 3 medium russet potatoes ((washed, scrubbed clean and dried)); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt; 3 tablespoons butter ((unsalted)); 3 tablespoons sour cream; 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar Jack cheese; 1/4 cup cooked bacon crumbles; 1 green onion ((sliced into small pieces))

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Air Fryer Loaded Baked Potatoes are crispy and salty on the outside and fluffy on the inside, just like the restaurants make them! These steakhouse potatoes are stuffed with butter, sour cream, cheese, bacon, and green onions. Keep reading to learn how to make these scrumptious steakhouse style baked potatoes that come out perfect every time!

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Steakhouse loaded baked potato with coarse salt on the outside topped with butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon and green onions. — Steakhouse Loaded Baked Potato

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Why You Will Love This Recipe:

These baked potatoes are the perfect side dish to impress! No need to order takeout from Texas Roadhouse or Outback Steakhouse. Save money by making these at home.
The air fryer cooks these potatoes quicker than the oven and the skin comes out nice and crispy.
These potatoes make the perfect side dish for steak, chicken, or fish! And they work great for special occasions like Date Night, Valentine’s Day, or Anniversary dinners. My husband’s face always lights up when he sees I’m making these.

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Baked Potato Air Fryer vs Microwave:

While the microwave may be the fastest way to cook a baked potato, you will miss out on that steakhouse crispy potato skin that the air fryer produces. You can combine cooking methods by first cooking the potato in the microwave and finishing it up in the air fryer, that way you get that crispy skin while saving time. If you prefer that way, see my instructions below. Personally, I prefer and believe the more hands-off method of cooking the potato in the air fryer from start to finish is the best method. I can put the potatoes in the air fryer and then work on making my main dish.

Baked potato on a white plate with coarse salt on the outside topped with butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon and green onions. — Plated Steakhouse Loaded Baked Potatoes

Q&A:

Do you have to pierce a potato before baking in the air fryer?

Yes, you will need to pierce your potatoes so that the steam created during the cooking process can escape. Otherwise, the potatoes can split.

Can I microwave my potatoes first before air frying?

Yes, please see the instructions below.

How long does a potato take in the air fryer?

On average, air fried baked potatoes take 40 minutes to cook in the air fryer at 400 degrees Fahrenheit. This is for medium sized russet potatoes. More time will be required for larger potatoes.

Why do they put salt on the outside of baked potatoes?

The salt makes the potato skin crispy and adds flavor.

How do you tell if a baked potato is done?

You can prick the potato with a fork or knife to determine if the inside is soft.

Is it better to wrap baked potatoes in foil?

No, I would not recommend wrapping the baked potatoes in foil because that will make the skin soft instead of crispy.

Can you eat baked potato skin?

Absolutely! The skin is tasty and has nutritious fiber according to Idahopotato.com. Just be sure to scrub the outside of the potato clean before cooking.

Can I make a single baked potato in the air fryer?

Yes, you can make a baked potato for one. Just follow the recipe below as directed. No time adjustment is needed.

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Baked potato in a black air fryer basket with coarse salt on the outside topped with butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon and green onions. — Air Fryer Steakhouse Loaded Baked Potato

What To Serve With Air Fryer Loaded Baked Potatoes?

Equipment Needed:

Air Fryer

Ingredients:

Olive Oil - I used olive oil, but you can use whatever cooking oil you’d regularly use.
Coarse Sea Salt - Course salt works best for this recipe to give the potatoes that delicious crispy skin. Kosher salt would work as well.
Russet Potatoes - Russet potatoes are best for this recipe because they have a high starch content, making them nice and fluffy once cooked.
Butter - I used unsalted butter.
Sour Cream - I used full fat sour cream.
Shredded Cheddar or Cheddar Jack Cheese - You can use pre-shredded cheddar cheese or grade your own.
Cooked Crumbled Bacon - I used store-bought bacon bits. They were 100 percent real bacon bit pieces. You could also make your own if needed, but I like the convenience of store-bought bacon bits.
Chopped Green Onion - These steakhouse style potatoes wouldn’t be complete without green onions!

Air Fryer Instructions:

1. Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and set the timer for 40 minutes.

Black air fryer panel with a silver dial being set to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 40 minutes.

2. Poke holes in each potato on all sides using a knife or fork.

A silver knife poking holes in russet potatoes on a wood cutting board.

3. Rub olive oil all over each potato. Generously sprinkle each potato all over with course sea salt.

Olive oil and coarse sea salt being applied to all sides of 3 russet potatoes on a wood cutting board.

4. Add the potatoes to the air fryer and air fry for 40 minutes or until done. Use a fork to poke the potatoes to check for doneness. They should be soft in the middle.

3 russet potatoes in a black air fryer basket before and after 40 minutes of cook time.

5. Remove the potatoes from the air fryer and let cool enough to handle. Once cooled, slice open the potatoes lengthwise and pinch the outer edges to open the potato.

A knife slicing a baked potato lengthwise followed by hands pinching the outer edges of the potato opening it up exposing the inside.

6. Add butter to the open potato and use a fork to mash the inside of the potato.

Butter placed inside of the baked potato and mashed with a silver fork.

7. Top with sour cream, cheese, bacon, and green onions. Then enjoy!

Toppings added to a bake potato: sour cream, crumbled bacon, shredded cheese, and green onions.

Steakhouse loaded baked potato cut in half on a wood cutting board with coarse salt on the outside topped with butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon and green onions. — Steakhouse loaded baked potato cut in half

Microwave First Quick Method:

1. Clean potatoes by running under water and scrubbing the outside. Dry and poke holes in potatoes using a fork or knife. Place potatoes on a microwave safe plate.

2. Microwave potatoes on high for 12 minutes. That’s 4 minutes per potato. We are using 3 potatoes in this recipe so we need to microwave them for a total of 12 minutes.

3. Let potatoes cool for a couple of minutes then brush all sides with olive oil and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.

4. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Once ready, add the potatoes to the air fryer and cook for 15 to 20 minutes.

5. Remove potatoes from air fryer and let cool enough to handle.

6. Slice each potato open lengthwise and pinch the outer edges to open the potatoes.

7. Mash the inside of the potatoes using a fork. Top with butter, sour cream, cheese, bacon, and green onions. Then enjoy as a side dish or main.

Baked potatoes in a black air fryer basket with coarse salt on the outside topped with butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon and green onions. — Air Fryer Steakhouse Loaded Baked Potatoes

Oven Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Using a fork or knife, poke holes in the potatoes all over.

3. Rub the potatoes all over with olive oil. Sprinkle all sides of each potato with coarse salt.

4. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 1 hour or longer depending on the size of your potatoes.

5. Once the potatoes are done, let them cool enough to handle, then cut the potatoes open lengthwise.

6. Mash the inside of the potatoes with a fork. Top with butter, sour cream, cheese, bacon, and green onions.

Baked potatoes on a white plate with coarse salt on the outside topped with butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon and green onions. — Steakhouse Loaded Baked Potatoes

Recipe Variations And Substitutions:

Olive oil - I used olive oil but you can use whatever cooking oil you prefer, or bacon grease.
Course Sea Salt - Kosher salt can be used instead if preferred.
Sour Cream - Greek yogurt or full fat soften cream cheese can be substituted.
Green Onion - Scallions, chives, or spring onions can be used.

Close up baked potatoes on a white plate with coarse salt on the outside topped with butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon and green onions. — Fully loaded steakhouse baked potatoes

Storage And Reheating Instructions:

Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
To reheat, preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit and heat for 1-3 minutes until warm throughout.

Pro Tips:

The air fryer I used was the Instant Vortex Plus 6 quart. Since all air fryers are different, you will need to adjust the cook time based on the air fryer you are using.
Make sure the potatoes are clean by scrubbing and washing them thoroughly first. Dry the potatoes completely before oiling and salting them.
I used medium sized potatoes and cooking time depends on the size of the potatoes you use. Larger potatoes will take longer to get done.

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