These crispy Air Fryer Frozen Potato Skins make the perfect game day appetizer that’s ready in just 7 minutes! Skip the long prep work and transform store-bought frozen skins into hot, melty bites of comfort. The air fryer works its magic to create that restaurant-style crunch on the outside while keeping the inside tender. Perfect for last-minute entertaining or quick snacking, these potato skins deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- Frozen Potato Skins: 1 package (select desired quantity from package for serving)
Instructions
- Preparation: Take out your desired number of potato skins from the freezer package.
- Arranging: Place the potato skins in a single layer in your air fryer basket or tray, ensuring they don’t overlap.
- Air Frying: Set your air fryer temperature to 370°F (187°C) and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serving: Carefully remove from the air fryer and serve immediately for best taste.
Time Requirements
- Prep Time: 1 minute
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 1kcal
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Sugar: 1g
Serving Suggestions
These crispy potato skins are perfect for jazzing up with your favorite toppings! Try adding a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of fresh chives, or extra shredded cheese. For a loaded version, add crispy bacon bits and a touch of ranch dressing. They make amazing appetizers for game day or movie night, and you can set up a little topping bar so everyone can customize their own!
Quick Tips for Best Results
Want extra crispy skins? Give them a light spray of cooking oil before air frying. Don’t overcrowd your air fryer basket – leave some space between each skin so the hot air can circulate freely. If you’re cooking a lot of skins, it’s better to do them in batches than to stack them. Give the basket a gentle shake halfway through cooking for even crispiness.
Storage and Reheating
If you happen to have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. To reheat, pop them back in the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes – they’ll crisp right up! For best taste and texture, though, try to enjoy them fresh out of the air fryer when they’re perfectly hot and crispy.
Fun Variations
Turn these into mini pizzas by adding marinara sauce and mozzarella in the last minute of cooking. Make them Mexican-style with a sprinkle of taco seasoning, cheese, and fresh salsa. For a breakfast twist, crack a small quail egg into each skin during the last few minutes of cooking – it’s like a mini breakfast boat!
Air Fryer Frozen Potato Skins
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 package Potato Skins
Instructions
- Remove the potato skins from the freezer. Decide how many you want to make and remove from the package.
- Place the skins into the air fryer basket or air fryer tray. Air Fry the skins at 370F/187C for 5-6 minutes.
- Remove the skins from the air fryer, plate and enjoy.
