Instant Pot Baked Potatoes (with Crispy Skins!!)

Instant Pot Baked Potatoes are done in a fraction of the time as traditional baked potatoes, and are the creamiest baked potatoes you will ever eat!

Making baked potatoes has never been easier! The Instant Pot is such a dream machine, that you can pretty much make anything in just a fraction of the time. These Instant Pot Baked Potatoes were creamier in that any potatoes I've even made in the oven or microwave, and just were so delicious! Pop them under the broiler for a few minutes when they are done, and you even have traditional crispy skin without any of the hassle of baking! Serve these potatoes with delicious Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips, Air Fryer Scallops, Easy Meatball Sliders, or Walnut Honey Chicken Strips! Like Sweet Potatoes better? Find the INSTANT POT SWEET POTATO DIRECTIONS HERE! How about Loaded Mashed Potatoes as well!

Don’t have an Instant Pot? You need to buy one now!! They are life changing because they save so much time and effort!!! I recommend the 6 quart Instant Pot if you have 2-4 people in your family, but if you have more than 4 people, I’d recommend the 8 quart Instant Pot. You can make typical slow cooker recipes in a fraction of the time and so many staples in no time!

How to make Instant Pot Baked Potatoes

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• You want to use medium sized russet potatoes for Instant Pot Baked Potatoes. The cooking time will depend on how big the potatoes are, so try to get potatoes all about the same size. 
• Clean your potatoes! Make sure you scrub the dirt off the skins of the potatoes before cooking. Stab some holes in the potatoes with a fork.
• Add a cup of water to the bottom of the Instant Pot. Place the steamer rack in the bottom of the pot - you do not want the potatoes touching the water or they'll get soggy. You can add as many potatoes as you want!

• Set the pressure to high/manual, and cook for 13 minutes (time will vary based off size) for medium sized potatoes.
  • You should remember when using the Instant Pot, that the time it takes to cook the recipe (13 mins), is not the total time of the recipe. You need to give the pot some time to ‘come to pressure’.
• Once the time is up, let the pressure release naturally (don't flip the valve) for 7 minutes. Then release the rest of the pressure. 
• Optional: If you want crispy skins on your potatoes, place them on a baking sheet and spray lightly with oil and sprinkle some salt on the skins. Place under the oven broiler for 3-5 minutes, keeping a close eye on them so they don't burn. I love broiling them because I love eating the crispy skins!

• Serve the Instant Pot Baked Potatoes with your favorite toppings such as butter, chives, salt, pepper, sour cream, and cheese!

Are baked potatoes healthy?

YES! Potatoes are super healthy, but you have to be careful about what you add to the top of the potatoes!

• Potatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C, a good source of potassium (more than a banana!), a good source of vitamin B6, and fat, sodium, and cholesterol-free!
• While they do have a lot of carbs (about 26g for a medium/small potato), they are great for energy!
• A small/medium instant pot baked potato contains about 165 calories. This doesn't count any toppings!
• Sweet Potatoes are also SUPER healthy! Checkout how to make them in the Instant Pot HERE!

Toppings for Instant Pot Baked Potatoes:

There are tons of ways to top a baked potato! Lots of healthy options as well as indulgent options! Here are some ideas:

• Top the baked potato with buffalo cheese sauce and broccoli for the Ultimate Buffalo Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Baked potato!
• Make a delicious Indian inspired baked potato with these Samosa Stuffed Baked Potatoes.
• Top with traditional butter, salt, pepper, chives, and sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a healthier option).
• Top with broccoli and shredded cheddar cheese.
• Top with avocado, crispy bacon, and cheddar cheese.
• Make homemade basil pesto (or store bought) and add to the top of the potato along with some parmesan cheese.

More of my FAVORITE Instant Pot Recipes:

• Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, then load them up with delicious toppings for a healthy meal! This CRISPY SKIN HACK is AWESOME!!
• Instant Pot Loaded Mashed Potatoes are full of cheese, bacon, and green onions! Ultra creamy and delicious, these are the best loaded mashed potatoes! 
• Instant Pot Roasted Garlic Hummus has only a handful of ingredients and is so delicious! Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this recipe!
• Pumpkin Puree from scratch using the Instant Pot is so easy! Use homemade pumpkin puree in all your favorite fall recipes!
• Instant Pot Bang Bang Chicken comes together in minutes and is so delicious! The classic spicy sauce is perfect on shredded chicken which can be used in rice bowls, salads, wraps, or however you want!
• Instant Pot Salsa Rice is the perfect meal or side dish to your favorite Mexican inspired dinner! Filled with fresh vegetables and only 4 minutes in the Instant Pot and this rice is ready to eat!
• Instant Pot Peanut Butter Cheesecake is a stunning dessert that comes together in no time! Not only is it amazingly easy, but it’s the best cheesecake EVER!
• Instant Pot Mac and Cheese takes hardly any time to cook, is majorly creamy and delicious, and will become your go-to mac and cheese recipe!
• Instant Pot Corn on the Cob is ready to eat in just minutes and is super flavorful!  No need to peel the husk; corn on the cob can be cooked directly in the husk and then removed without a mess!