To cook a baked potato in the microwave, the general recommended time is about 8 to 12 minutes depending on the size of the potato and your microwave's power. The typical method is:
- Scrub and poke the potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Place the potato on a microwave-safe plate.
- Microwave on high for about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Flip the potato over and microwave for another 4 to 5 minutes.
- Check doneness by gently squeezing or inserting a knife; if it’s still firm, continue microwaving in 30-second to 1-minute increments until tender.
For a single medium-sized russet potato, 5 to 6 minutes total is often sufficient, while two potatoes might need 10 to 11 minutes, and four potatoes about 15 to 16 minutes
. If you want crispy skin like an oven-baked potato, you can finish the microwaved potato in a hot oven for about 10 minutes after microwaving
. In summary, a microwave baked potato typically takes around 8 to 12 minutes total, flipping halfway through, with adjustments based on size and quantity.
