Air Fryer Ground Beef Tacos on a plate

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Air Fryer Ground Beef Tacos

These air fryer tacos have crispy, golden shells filled with seasoned ground beef, made hands-off in the air fryer for easy taco night.

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15Prep min
10Cook min
25Total min
  • 1 lbground beef
  • 2 tablespoonstaco seasoning
  • 1/4 cupwater
  • 8hard taco shells
  • 1 cupshredded cheese
  • as desiredtoppings: lettuce, tomato, salsa
  1. 1Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned; drain excess fat.
  2. 2Stir in taco seasoning and water, simmering for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  3. 3Fill each taco shell with seasoned beef and top with shredded cheese.
  4. 4Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (177°C).
  5. 5Stand the filled shells upright in the basket (using foil to help them balance if needed) and air fry for 5-6 minutes, until the cheese is melted and shells are extra crisp.
  6. 6Top with lettuce, tomato, and salsa before serving.

Make it yours

  • Use ground turkey for a leaner filling.
  • Swap hard shells for air-fried soft tortillas.
  • Add black beans to stretch the filling further.

Good with

  • Mexican rice
  • Refried beans
  • A simple corn salad

Good questions, answered.

Can I crisp the shells without filling first?

Yes, air fry empty shells for 2-3 minutes at 350°F before filling if you want them extra sturdy.

How do I keep the shells upright in the basket?

Lean them against the basket wall or use a small piece of foil to prop them up.

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