Perfect Instant Pot Baked Potatoes Recipe
Introduction
Perfectly cooked baked potatoes are easy and quick with the Instant Pot. This method yields tender, fluffy potatoes in a fraction of the traditional baking time. Enjoy a comforting side or a base for your favorite toppings any day of the week.
Ingredients
- 5 medium size baking potatoes*
- 1 cup cold water
Instructions
- Step 1: Scrub the potatoes thoroughly under warm water until clean. Pierce each one several times with a fork or knife to allow steam to escape during cooking.
- Step 2: Pour 1 cup of cold water into the inner liner of the Instant Pot. Place the trivet inside and arrange the potatoes on the trivet, making sure they do not touch the water.
- Step 3: Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and set the vent to the sealed position.
- Step 4: Cook the potatoes on HIGH pressure for 13 minutes. Allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure. Be cautious when removing the potatoes as they will be hot.
- Step 5: Cut open the potatoes and serve with your favorite toppings such as butter, chives, sour cream, or cheese.
Tips & Variations
- Choose potatoes of similar size to ensure even cooking.
- For crisper skins, place cooked potatoes under the broiler for a few minutes after pressure cooking.
- Add garlic powder or rosemary to the potatoes before cooking for extra flavor.
Storage
Store cooked potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through. Avoid reheating in the Instant Pot as it may dry them out.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use different types of potatoes for this recipe?
Baking potatoes like russets work best due to their fluffy texture when cooked, but you can experiment with Yukon golds for a creamier result.
How do I know when the potatoes are done?
The potatoes should be tender when pierced with a fork after cooking. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the size of your potatoes, so adjust as needed.
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Perfect Instant Pot Baked Potatoes Recipe
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
Description
This recipe delivers perfectly cooked baked potatoes using an Instant Pot, offering a quick and easy alternative to traditional oven baking. The potatoes come out tender, fluffy, and ready to be topped with your favorite ingredients.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 5 medium size baking potatoes
- 1 cup cold water
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Scrub the potatoes under warm running water until clean. Pierce each potato several times with a fork or knife to allow steam to escape during cooking.
- Set Instant Pot: Pour 1 cup of cold water into the inner liner of the Instant Pot. Place the trivet inside the pot.
- Arrange Potatoes: Place the potatoes on the trivet inside the Instant Pot, ensuring that they do not touch the water.
- Seal and Cook: Close the lid on the Instant Pot, ensuring the vent is in the sealed position. Set to cook on high pressure for 13 minutes.
- Natural Pressure Release: Allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for 10 minutes after cooking, then carefully release any remaining pressure manually.
- Serve: Open the lid carefully; the potatoes will be hot. Cut open and serve with your favorite toppings such as butter, chives, sour cream, or cheese.
Notes
- Use medium-sized baking potatoes for even cooking.
- Do not let potatoes touch the water to prevent sogginess.
- Be careful when releasing pressure to avoid burns.
- This method significantly reduces baking time compared to traditional oven methods.
- Add toppings of your choice to customize your baked potatoes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: instant pot baked potatoes, easy baked potatoes, pressure cooker potatoes, quick baked potatoes
