Air Fryer Beef Tacos is made with ground beef, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder; air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes to serve 4. 340 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Brown ground beef in a skillet. Drain fat. Add all seasonings and 1/4 cup water. Simmer 5 minutes.
- 2
Stand taco shells upright in air fryer basket. Spoon seasoned beef into each shell.
- 3
Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- 4
Air fry at 400°F for 3-4 minutes until shells are crispy and cheese is melted.
- 5
Top with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, salsa, and jalapeños.
Tip: Standing the shells upright keeps them from falling over. If they won't stay, crumple small balls of foil between them for support. The air fryer makes store-bought shells taste freshly fried.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 12 minutes vs ~22 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🍖Circulating hot air renders fat and seals in juices for a crispier outside and tender inside.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Air Fryer Beef Tacos at 400°F for 12 minutes. Standing the shells upright keeps them from falling over. If they won't stay, crumple small balls of foil between them for support. The air fryer makes store-bought shells taste freshly fried.
You need: 1 lb ground beef, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp cayenne, Salt and pepper to taste, 8 hard taco shells, 1 cup shredded cheddar, Shredded lettuce, Diced tomatoes, Sour cream, Salsa, Sliced jalapeños. This recipe serves 4 with 340 calories per serving.
Air Fryer Beef Tacos takes 12 minutes total at 400°F. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, salsa, and jalapeños.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 12 minutes at 400°F.
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