Air Fryer Crispy Tacos

Air Fryer Crispy Tacos are a delicious twist on traditional tacos! They make the perfect Taco Tuesday meal. Making them is so easy and they come out crunchy every time. They are great for busy weeknights! 

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• Crispy Air Fryer Tacos Recipe

Why you'll love this recipe   

Yum, yum, yum! Ditch those store-bought shells! Instead, use the air fryer to make your favorite tasty tacos with only a few simple ingredients. Whether it's taco Tuesday or Sunday tailgating, they come out perfectly crispy every time, I promise!

Ingredients

Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements. 

• taco meat - ground beef and taco seasoning. Substitute ground turkey or chicken if you'd like to lighten up your meal.
• 6 inch corn tortillas or flour tortillas (corn is my fav choice!).
• Shredded Monterey jack cheese - if you'd prefer swap out with queso fresco Mexican cheese, shredded cheddar cheese is amazing too!
• olive oil spray
• then just add your favorite taco fixings - avocado lettuce, tomato, red onion, sour cream, cilantro, limes, etc.

Add black beans or refried beans to the taco meat as it simmers to stretch that meal and add a little more flavor.

If you prefer your tacos spicy, add a teaspoon of chili powder, or tablespoon of green chilis to the meat mixture.

Instructions 

This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.

1. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F.
2. Wrap four tortillas in a paper towel and microwave on high for 45 seconds.
3. Lay out the four tortillas and spoon taco meat, and sprinkle with cheese (about 2 tablespoon of each)
4. Fold in half then lightly spray each taco.
5. Lay the tacos in the air fryer basket, sprayed side down.
6. Spray the top sides now with the olive oil spray.
7. Cook for 6 minutes, turning halfway.
8. Repeat with the second batch of tacos.
9. Serve with your favorite taco toppings!

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Equipment

• air fryer 
• paper towels  

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FAQ's

• Make sure that you preheat your air fryer as this will the shells to crisp up nicely. 
• It's important that you don't overload the air fryer basket, you will need to place the tacos in a single layer or they won't get crispy.
• Don't skip the step of warming the tortillas. That will keep them from cracking.

Storage

Refrigerate -  You can store the air fryer tacos in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Freezer - Place the cooked tacos in a freezer bag or wrap them tightly with aluminum foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating. 

Reheat - To reheat the tacos, preheat your oven to 375°F, place them on a baking sheet, and heat in the oven for about 8-10 minutes or until heated through. You can also use an air fryer set at 350°F for 2-3 minutes or until warm. 

More taco recipes

• Love a great taco? Be sure to try this recipe for Puff Pastry Tacos! These are so yummy!!!
• Chilis Shrimp Tacos - just like your favorite restaurant, these are so tasty!
• Skip the steak tonight and grill Baja Fish Tacos instead.
• This Ground Beef Taco Dip is perfect party food!
• I use this Taco Seasoning whenever I make chicken or beef tacos.
• Are you looking for a different recipe to make for Taco Tuesday this week? If so, give this Taco Salad Casserole a try. It's always a crowd-pleaser with the entire family. 
• For these slow cooker chicken tacos, you only need 4 simple ingredients. This inexpensive time saver is a delicious meal for your family. 

Making ground beef taco meat at home? Learn the secret to making the BEST filling!

More easy air fryer recipes

Are you new to the air fryer? Don't worry, we have all of your questions answered here - Air Fryer Tips for Beginners.

• Air Fryer Baked Potatoes - No guesswork for perfectly crispy skin and fluffy insides!
• Air Fryer Bacon - crispy bacon every time without the mess.
• Air Fryer Garlic Bread - it's the perfect amount of butter, garlic and cheese!
• Find all of the easy air fryer recipes here!

Serve with

•  If you ask me you can't serve a meal like this air fryer taco recipe without a delicious side dish like this Roasted Verde Salsa recipe alongside some crunchy tortilla chips. 
• I love making my own homemade seasoning for taco night and this Homemade Taco Seasoning is my go-to recipe. Plus, it's a great way to avoid a trip to the grocery store when you are out of packets. 
• This Copycat Chipotle Black Bean recipe is easy to make when pairing something with your delicious tacos. Even picky eaters will love this fiber-filled side dish. 

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