How Long To Bake Potatoes At 400
Make perfect crispy Baked Potatoes in the oven at 400 for a simple dinner everyone will love.
Baked potatoes are a true classic that nothing can compare to. Their history dates back as far as the Incas in South America around 8,000 – 5,000 BC. The delicious baked potato concept was then brought over to Europe by the Spanish conquistadors and the rest is history! I mean, I can’t think of any other recipes that go back this far, can you? Potatoes are the fourth largest food crop in the world and can be found in all types of cuisine.
Baking a potato in the oven is the most traditional way to make a baked potato. Like many other of the traditional favorites, we have seen an evolution of the baked potato. Today we have creative ways to prepare it, such as Air-Fryer Baked Potatoes, variations like The Best Baked Sweet Potato, and ways to dress it up like this Bacon Wrapped Baked Potato. But sometimes you just want a classic and baking your potato in the oven at 400 is the way to go.
Are Baked Potatoes Healthy?
Baked potatoes check almost all the boxes when it comes to specific diets, sorry Keto. Baked potatoes are vegan, vegetarian, Whole 30, and gluten-free. For this specific, classic recipe, you clearly would omit the sour cream and butter, which are both optional, depending on your dietary preferences or restrictions.
Surprisingly, one potato has nearly as much vitamin C as an orange! Vitamin C is an antioxidant which helps protect your body from free radicals. Additionally, potatoes are super high in potassium, which is an electrolyte that is beneficial for your nerves, muscles, and heart.
What is the best potato to bake?
Through research, and trial and error I can confirm that russet potatoes are the best for baking. Russet potatoes are starchy, low in moisture, and have thick skin. They have the fluffiest center and perfectly absorb any toppings you choose once it is sliced open. Some other choices, if you don’t have or like russet, would be Idaho potatoes or even Yukon gold.
INGREDIENTS
- 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed and dried
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Butter (optional, for topping)
- Sour cream (optional, for topping)
- Sliced chives (optional, for topping)
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat
The oven and get it ready for baking your potatoes.
Pierce
The potatoes to prevent them from bursting in the oven.
Season
The potatoes with oil, salt, and pepper for flavor.
Bake
Until the potatoes are tender and fully cooked.
Fluff
The inside of the potatoes and prepare them for toppings.
Top
With your favorite additions and enjoy your delicious baked potatoes.
Devour!
FAQs & Tips
You can make baked potatoes ahead of time and store them in an air-tight container, whole, for up to three days. Then reheat in the oven, wrapped in aluminum foil for 5 -10 minutes at 400 degrees. Another option is to slice them in half and place them on a baking sheet wrapped tight in plastic wrap. When ready to enjoy place them in the oven with pats of butter on top for 5-10 minutes.
I have run into this problem: You want to make baked potatoes but don’t have an hour to wait until you serve them. After piercing them, place them on a microwave-safe plate for 5 minutes. This will help speed up the process, and cut the baking time down to about 15 minutes.
A baked potato can stay at room temperature for about 2-3 hours. After this, reheat to an internal temp of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
You don’t HAVE TO, but I say yes. I also like to flip or turn most things in the oven, to ensure they are evenly cooked.
Serving Suggestions
IMO nothing goes better with a baked potato than a perfectly cooked meat dish. Try this mouthwatering Keto Steak with Garlic Butter Mushrooms or this tangy Lemon Pepper Chicken .
However, we all know that a baked potato is totally a meal on its own. For a new twist try a fun topping like these Fajita Veggies, Cheesy Roasted Cauliflower or some yummy Parmesan Roasted Broccoli.
How to Bake Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes scrubbed and dried
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Butter optional, for topping
- Sour cream optional, for topping
- Sliced chives optional, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
- Pierce the potatoes with a fork several times to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil, then season generously with salt and pepper.
- Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for about 30 minutes, or until they are easily pierced with a fork.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven, let them cool slightly, then slice them open and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Top with butter, sour cream, and chives if desired, then DEVOUR!
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