Frozen Jacket Potato in Air Fryer (No Thawing!)

Name: Frozen Jacket Potato in Air Fryer
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 800 gram (4 frozen) jacket potatoes ((£3.70)); Knob of butter to serve (£1.69/10=(£0.17))

Can you cook frozen jacket potatoes in an air fryer? You bet! And the result is the perfect combination of crispy skin outside with soft, fluffy potato inside in just 25 minutes. No thawing required! This frozen jacket potato in air fryer recipe is a total lifesaver. It’s the easiest way to make a jacket potato air fryer side dish without the long oven wait. If you prefer fresh potatoes, check out the Crispiest Diced Potatoes in Air Fryer.

Roasted jacket potatoes on a plate, one opened with a dollop of butter.

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✅ Recipe Name: Frozen Jacket Potato in Air Fryer (No Thawing!)
🕦 Ready in: 25 minutes
🤝 Serves: 4
🍴 Calories: 222kcal
🧑‍🍳 Main ingredients: frozen jacket potatoes, butter, toppings
✨ Summary: Cooking a frozen jacket potato in air fryer creates perfectly baked potatoes with no thawing in under 25 minutes. Crispy skin, fluffy inside!

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Why you’ll love this recipe

Here is why this frozen jacket potato in air fryer will become a regular in your rotation:

No thawing: On a night when there isn’t much time, having a go-to recipe that doesn’t need to be thawed is such a relief. This frozen baked potato in air fryer method pairs perfectly with my Cast Iron Chicken Breast for a zero-stress dinner.
Fast cooking: Using the air fryer instead of the oven makes the perfect baked potato in about half the time. It is much faster than waiting for an oven to preheat.
Brand friendly: Whether you are using Aldi or McCain jacket potatoes in air fryer, the result is consistent. It’s perfect for a quick lunch alongside my Easy Chicken Piccata.

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Ingredients

This frozen jacket potato in air fryer relies on simple pantry staples.

Frozen jacket potatoes: To make this recipe, you can use any brand. However, I find mccain jacket potatoes air fryer results are absolutely delicious with that extra crispy skin. Even though they are normally microwaved, air frying transforms them.
Optional oil or spray: To air fry frozen jacket potatoes successfully, a light spray of oil could help crisp up the skin even further.
Toppings: You can’t have a jacket potato without toppings! Butter is essential, or try something like a hearty meat sauce using my Easy Ragu Bianco.

Variations/Adaptations

I love to air fry frozen jacket potato in air fryer and then add toppings that make it just the way I like it.

The McCain Version: If you are specifically looking for McCain’s frozen jacket potatoes cooking instructions air fryer, ignore the microwave! Using the air fryer creates a much better skin than the box suggests.
Classic loaded: You can’t go wrong with a classic frozen jacket potatoes in air fryer loaded with cheese, sour cream, bacon, and Homemade Butter!
Chili & cheese: One of my favorite adaptations is topping the potato with Chilli Con Carne. You can also use the mince sauce from my One-Pan Mince Pasta to beef it up and use up leftovers, or try my delicious Onion Gravy poured all over!

How to make Frozen Jacket Potatoes

Choose some frozen baked potatoes (Image 1).

2. Place the 4 frozen jacket potatoes in the airfryer basket, evenly distributed so they are spaced out as possible. Pop in the airfryer for 15 minutes at 390°F (200°C) (Image 2).

2 step by step photos, the first with a packet of McCain's frozen jacket potatoes and the second with 4 jacket potatoes in an air fryer tray.

3. After 15 minutes, lightly brush with rapeseed oil/vegetable oil (Image 3).

4. Cook for a further 10 minutes at 390°F (200°C) (Image 4).

Serve with knob of butter to serve. Enjoy!

2 step by step photos, the first with 4 cooked jacket potatoes and the second with the jacket potatoes cooked more.

4 cooked jacket potatoes, one opened and with butter in the middle all on a plate.

If you love using the airfryer to cook recipes from frozen, try Frozen Fish Fingers in Air Fryer, How to cook frozen chicken breast in the air fryer and Cooking Frozen Sausages in an Air Fryer.

Tips for the best result

If you find the frozen jacket potato in air fryer is still hard in the middle, leave it in for 5 minutes longer.
To air fry frozen baked potatoes perfectly, add butter and cheese at the end and put them back in the turned-off air fryer to melt.
When wondering how long to cook frozen jacket potato in air fryer, always account for the size. Larger potatoes (over 200g) will need extra time.

How Long Do Jacket Potatoes Take in the Air Fryer?

An air fryer jacket potato will take around 25 minutes to cook as long as it is no bigger than 200g. However, how long do jacket potatoes take in the air fryer can vary based on brand.

Potato Type/Brand	Temp	Cook Time (Frozen)	Notes
Small (Aldi Jacket Potato/Generic)	200°C / 400°F	25-30 mins
McCain Jacket Potato	200°C / 400°F	30-35 mins
Large Frozen Potato	180°C / 360°F	40-45 mins	Lower temp prevents burning

Serving Suggestions

The options are endless with this frozen jacket potato in air fryer! It creates a versatile frozen baked potatoes in air fryer side dish that goes with almost anything.

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Leftover Storage and Reheat Instructions

Leftovers from this frozen jacket potato in air fryer are great for meal prep.

Refrigerator: Store leftover cooked potatoes in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer: Do not refreeze potatoes that have already been frozen and cooked.

Reheat: The best way to reheat jacket potato in air fryer is to pop it back in at 180°C for 5-7 minutes until the skin re-crisps.

FAQs

Can you cook frozen potatoes in an air fryer?

Absolutely. From potatoes to chicken, the air fryer circulates hot air to cook from frozen efficiently.

Can you do a jacket potato in the air fryer?

Yes, you can! Now can you do a jacket potato in the air fryer without thawing? Surprisingly also yes – the hot air actually cooks the inside while crisping the skin, unlike a microwave which can make it soggy.

Do you have to defrost frozen jacket potatoes?

Defrosting is not necessary for a frozen jacket potato in air fryer unless you want to reduce the total cooking time slightly.

Why do frozen baked potatoes taste better in the air fryer?

In my opinion, they taste better because you get that fried flavor without the fat and calories of actually deep frying.

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