Prepare the Instant Pot: Ensure your Instant Pot is clean and dry. Place the Instant Pot air fryer lid on top of the Instant Pot and make sure it's securely in place.
Arrange the Bacon: Lay the bacon slices in a single layer on the air fryer basket. You can place as many bacon slices as the basket can comfortably hold without overlapping.
Set the Temperature and Time: Close the air fryer lid and set the temperature to 400°F (200°C). Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the bacon:
For thin-sliced bacon: 8-10 minutes
For thick-sliced bacon: 12-14 minutes
Start the Air Frying: Press the "Start" button to begin air frying the bacon. The Instant Pot air fryer lid will circulate hot air around the bacon, cooking it to crispy perfection.
Flip the Bacon (Optional): If you prefer even crispiness on both sides, you can flip the bacon halfway through the cooking time. However, the air fryer lid usually provides consistent results without flipping.
Check for Crispiness: After the cooking time is complete, open the air fryer lid and check the bacon for your desired level of crispiness. If you want it crispier, you can add a few more minutes of cooking time.
Serve and Enjoy: Once the bacon is perfectly crispy, carefully remove the air fryer basket from the Instant Pot. Transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess grease.
Cool and Serve: Allow the bacon to cool for a minute or two before serving. Now, you can enjoy irresistibly crispy bacon straight from your Instant Pot air fryer!