These air fryer Mexican loaded baked potatoes are a delicious side dish you don't want to miss out on! This simple combination are bursting with flavors. Prepare yourself for a mouthwatering recipe!
WHAT KIND OF POTATOES WORK BEST FOR LOADED BAKED POTATOES
You would prefer the right kind for loaded baked potatoes which can withstand baking and sustain the weight of all those tasty toppings without being too soft. Russet potatoes are frequently a great option because of their substantial amount of starch, which when baked, produces a fluffy inside.
Their thick skin also bakes or fries well, giving you a solid foundation for all of your toppings. But if you'd rather try something different and have a creamier texture, go for red potatoes or Yukon Gold.
DELICIOUS TOPPING IDEAS FOR BAKED POTATOES
To elevate your baked potatoes to an entirely new level, try these amazing topping suggestions:
Crispy Bacon
Because why not? Who doesn't love bacon bits on their baked potatoes?!
Cheesy Broccoli
For something a bit more healthy, try this combo out!
Mediterranean
Top your potato with a mixture of chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, red onions, feta cheese, and a drizzle of tzatziki sauce for a fresh and vibrant twist.
IS A LOADED BAKED POTATO A MEAL?
If a loaded baked potato is lavishly filled with protein-rich components and served with a variety of veggies and tasty toppings, it can definitely qualify as a meal. A loaded potato can provide a balanced combination of carbs, proteins, fats, and nutrients, depending on the toppers you select, making it a gratifying and substantial meal choice.
INGREDIENTS
To make this delicious dish, you are going to need the following ingredients:
- Baking Potatoes
- Olive Oil
- Sour Cream
- Butter
- Garlic Powder
- Shredded Cheese
- Cream Corn
- Green Chile Pepper
- Cilantro
HOW TO MAKE BAKED POTATOES IN THE AIR FRYER
Now that you have gathered all of your ingredients, it is time to make this yummy recipe. Follow the instructions below for the best results!
STEP ONE: PREPARE POTATOES
Before anything else go ahead and preheat your air fryer to 375°F for about 10 minutes. While that is running, grab your large potatoes. Make sure you wash them and then dry. Best way to do this perfect side dish is to poke holes on it. This will surely cook the insides. Once that is done rub a generous amount of oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper on the potatoes.
STEP TWO: COOK IN THE AIR FRYER
Place potatoes in the air fryer basket. If you are using smaller potatoes, be sure to lay them in a single layer. This is the best method to get crispy potato skins. Set the cooking time on the air fryer to 35 to 40 minutes or until they are fork tender. Time will depend on the size of the potato – not so big ones may take less time to cook if ever.
STEP THREE: MIX THE POTATO FILLING
When the air fryer baked potatoes are ready, take them out of the basket. Slice the top of the potato and scoop out the fluffy insides but not all. Leave a thin layer, about half an inch of thick shell.
Transfer to a bowl to mix with the different toppings. Add in your sour cream, lots of cheese (could be cheddar cheese or tex mex. Whichever you have), corn, and chiles for that extra kick.
STEP FOUR: USE MIXTURE
Put back the filling you made into the shell that was set aside earlier. Add butter then return them in the air fryer to cook for another 2 minutes. This will melt the cheese and get those loaded potato skins golden brown.
STEP FIVE: SERVE
Once those are cooked and done, garnish with cilantro, serve, and enjoy!
AIR FRYER CRISPY MEXICAN LOADED BAKED POTATOES
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These air fryer Mexican loaded baked potatoes will have you wanting more! It's a great easy dish to make for the kids too.
- 2 large baking potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 1 tsp butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup shredded cheese of your choice
- ½ can cream corn drained
- 2 tbsp green chile peppers drained, chopped
- 1 tbsp cilantro chopped
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Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for about 10 minutes.
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Prick the potatoes with a fork after washing and drying. Rub generously with oil, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
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Place in your air fryer and cook at 375°F until fork tender, about 35 to 40 minutes.
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Cut a slit on the top of each cooked potato and scoop out the flesh, leaving a ½ inch thick shell.
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Mix the baked potato flesh with the sour cream, cheese, corn and chiles.
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Spoon the potato mixture back into the slit, add ½ tsp butter and return to the air fryer, cook for 2 more minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
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Garnish with chopped cilantro and enjoy!
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So simple and SO YUMMY