Instant Pot Baked Potatoes
Instant Pot Baked Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, offering a fluffy interior and crispy skin in just minutes. These perfectly cooked potatoes serve as a cozy side dish or a hearty main course, ready to be topped with your favorite ingredients like sour cream, cheese, or chili. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe transforms simple russet potatoes into a satisfying meal that warms the soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly.
- Prick each potato several times with a fork.
- Rub olive oil over each potato and sprinkle with salt.
- Pour water into the Instant Pot and place a steamer basket or trivet inside.
- Position the potatoes on the trivet and secure the lid.
- Cook on high pressure for 12-15 minutes, allowing for natural release afterward.
- Carefully remove the potatoes, slice them open, and add your desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium russet potato (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, add garlic powder to the olive oil before rubbing it on the potatoes. - Sweet potatoes can be substituted for russets for a unique twist on this classic dish. - Use medium-sized potatoes to ensure even cooking.