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Air Fryer Tacos

Air Fryer Tacos

These incredible Air Fryer Tacos deliver restaurant-worthy results in just 38 minutes. Packed with 23g of protein and only 352 calories per serving, they're the perfect choice for a quick yet satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 352 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 12 corn tortillas

Toppings

  • 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese or other cheese
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup diced fresh tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken thighs in a bowl or on a plate. Pour oil over the chicken.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika and salt until combined. Pour the spices over the chicken. Mix the chicken until it is completely covered in the spices.
  • Grease the bottom of an air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the chicken in the air fryer basket. Cook at 380°F/190°C for 15-18 minutes, until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165F/74°C.
  • Remove the chicken from the air fryer and place on a cutting board. Shred with two forks or chop into small pieces. Wash and dry the air fryer basket to be sure it doesn't smoke later.
  • Divide the cooked chicken and cheese between 12 corn tortillas, and fold each in half.
  • Spray the air fryer basket with spray oil and place the tacos into it in a single layer. You will need to do this part in batches. Spray the tops of the tacos with more oil so that they get crispy.
  • Air Fry at 400°F/200°C for 4-5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the shells are crisp.
  • Top the tacos with red onion, tomatoes, sour cream, cilantro and lime before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 352kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 23gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 102mgSodium: 421mgPotassium: 398mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 713IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 213mgIron: 2mg
Keyword crispy shells, healthier frying, quick dinner, taco Tuesday
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