Making a baked sweet potato in an air fryer is probably one of the easiest vegetable side dishes you could make.
It takes less time than baking in the oven, plus it heats up your kitchen less than turning your oven on (a huge bonus in the summer months for me!). Add this air fryer sweet potato to our HUGE air fryer archive.
Air fryer sweet potatoes taste basically the same as an oven baked sweet potato. The only real different is the peel (or jacket) will be crispier. So, if you tend to eat the skin of a baked potato, then make this in the air fryer!
Related: Looking for more air fryer vegetable side dishes? Try Air Fryer Cauliflower, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Okra, or Regular Baked Potatoes.
Ingredients
- Sweet potato
- Oil – I like olive oil
- Salt
Directions
First, wash off the potato. Even store-bought sweet potatoes can sometimes still have dirt or debris on them. Use a fork to poke holes in the skin of the sweet potato. Brush oil on the skin and place in the air fryer basket. Then, sprinkle with a little salt.
Air fry at 375°F for 35-40 minutes. You can check for doneness by how easily you can insert a knife into the sweet potato.
While the potato is still hot, slice down the center and open wide. Add butter, salt, pepper, or any other fixings you want.
More Sweet Potato Recipes:
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes – simple and delicious
- Baked Sweet Potato Fries
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Whipped Feta
- Sweet Potato and Bacon Hash – a healthy breakfast option
- Chipotle Sweet Potato Soup
- Sweet Potato Pie – with homemade marshmallows
Serving Suggestions
Looking for a full meal? Try these main dishes:
- How to Broil Steak – bacon wrapped filets
- Baked Chicken
- Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
- Italian Beef Sandwiches
- Air Fryer Salmon
- 60 Easy Dinner Recipes
Frequently Asked Questions
How long to air fry whole sweet potatoes?
35-40 minutes at 375°F in the air fryer for a standard size sweet potato.
Do you need to pierce potatoes before using the air fryer?
Yes, use a fork to poke holes in the potatoes before air frying.
Are sweet potatoes good for you?
Yes, sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins and nutrients. They are particularly dense in vitamin A.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Instructions
- First, wash off the potato. Even store-bought sweet potatoes can sometimes still have dirt or debris on them.
- Use a fork to poke holes in the skin of the sweet potato.
- Brush oil on the skin and place in the air fryer basket. Then, sprinkle with a little salt.
- Air fry at 375°F for 35-40 minutes. You can check for doneness by how easily you can insert a knife into the sweet potato.
Notes
- While the potato is still hot, slice down the center and open wide. Add butter, salt, pepper, or any other fixings you want.