Enjoy crispy, flavorful tacos made in minutes with this Easy Air Fryer Ground Beef Tacos (Just Like Taco Bell) Recipe. Perfectly seasoned beef cooked to perfection in the air fryer makes for a quick, delicious weeknight meal the whole family will love.
Bring Taco Bell–style tacos right into your kitchen with this Easy Air Fryer Ground Beef Tacos Recipe!
Juicy, perfectly seasoned ground beef cooks quickly in the air fryer, giving you a deliciously crispy, flavorful filling.
Top with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, or your favorite taco fixings for a fast and fun weeknight meal the whole family will love.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Quick and Easy: Ready in under 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Taco Bell–Style Flavor: Enjoy the familiar, crave-worthy taste at home.
- Air Fryer Convenience: Less mess, less oil, and easy cleanup.
- Customizable Toppings: Cheese, lettuce, salsa, or guacamole—make them your own.
- Family-Friendly: A fun, hands-on meal that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients Needed
- Meat: Lean ground meat or shredded chicken breast
- Taco seasoning: Homemade taco seasoning or store-bought taco seasoning
- Olive oil or avocado oil
- Lime juice
- Favorite Toppings Such as Lettuce, Red Onion, Minced garlic, Cilantro, Refried beans, Diced Tomatoes, Sour Cream, sliced olives, cheddar cheese, etc.
- Tortillas or Shells: Flour tortillas, homemade taco shells, corn tortillas, hard shell tacos, or crispy taco shells.
How To Make Easy Air Fryer Ground Beef Tacos
Step One: Break up your ground beef and place it in an air fryer safe pan, and mix in the taco seasoning, olive oil, and lime juice. Place the pan in your air fryer and set the temperature to 400 degrees F, and set cook time for 5-7 minutes.
Note: Drain the fat before making tacos with the meat, and break it into smaller pieces as it cooks. Note: The cooking time will depend on the air fryer that you are using.
Step Two: Lay down a tortilla, (you can heat it up in the microwave or air fryer), then add a few scoops of taco meat, and top with your favorite toppings.
Easy Air Fryer Ground Beef Tacos Recipe Tips
- Use an Air Fryer-Safe Pan: Ensure your pan fits comfortably in your air fryer basket for even cooking.
- Don’t Overcrowd: Spread the beef evenly to allow hot air circulation for perfect browning.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the beef after cooking and add extra seasoning if needed for more flavor.
- Optional Toppings: Add fresh toppings like shredded lettuce, cheese, sour cream, or avocado for extra flavor and texture.
Storing Instructions
- Refrigeration: Store cooked ground beef in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days. Keep taco shells separate to maintain their crispiness.
- Freezing: For longer storage, freeze cooked beef in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
- Reheating: Reheat beef in the air fryer or microwave until warmed through. Re-crisp taco shells in the air fryer for 1–2 minutes before serving.
Easy Air Fryer Ground Beef Tacos Recipe Faqs
Can I use a different ground meat? Yes! Ground turkey, chicken, or even plant-based crumbles can be used instead of beef.
Do I need a special pan for the air fryer? Use any air fryer-safe pan or dish that fits inside your air fryer basket.
How long do the tacos stay fresh? Store cooked taco meat in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
Can I freeze the cooked taco meat? Absolutely! Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
Can I make this recipe spicier? Yes, add extra chili powder, cayenne, or hot sauce to the seasoning mix.
Can I make tacos ahead of time? Cook the taco meat in advance and reheat in the air fryer or microwave before serving.
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Easy Air Fryer Ground Beef Tacos
Description
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 package taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 12-14 tortillas
Assorted Taco Toppings Such as Lettuce, Red Onion, Minced garlic, Cilantro, Refried beans, Diced Tomatoes, Sour Cream, sliced olives, cheddar cheese, etc.
Instructions
- Break up your ground beef and place it in an air fryer safe pan, and mix in the taco seasoning, olive oil, and lime juice.
- Place in your air fryer and set the temperature to 400 degrees F for 5 minutes after 5 minutes check your beef to see if it was cooked, all the way through, mine was so I removed it, if it is not, mix and add another few minutes.
- Drain the fat, before making tacos with the meat, and break it up into smaller pieces as it cooks. Note: The cooking time will depend on the air fryer that you are using.
- Lay down a tortilla, (you can heat it up in the microwave or air fryer), then add a few scoops of taco meat, and top with your favorite toppings.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Nutrition
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