Air Fryer Potato Skins - Sweet and Savory Meals

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Monterey jack is often less expensive and melts well.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon is a leaner option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.

Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly.

Pierce each potato several times with a fork.

Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.

Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket.

Cook the potatoes for 35-40 minutes, turning halfway, until tender.

Remove the potatoes and let them cool slightly.

Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out some flesh, leaving a thin layer.

Brush the insides with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Place the potato halves back in the air fryer, skin side down.

Cook for 5-7 minutes until crispy and golden.

Remove from the air fryer and sprinkle with cheddar cheese and bacon.

Return to the air fryer for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.

Top with sour cream and green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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