Air Fryer Chicken Tacos
Air Fryer Chicken Tacos
These air fryer chicken tacos are quick, delicious, and perfect for a weeknight meal with a crispy taco shell and juicy chicken filling.
Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 380°F and preheat for 5 minutes.
- Season Chicken: In a bowl, mix chicken strips with olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and salt until well-coated.
- Cook Chicken: Place chicken strips in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Warm Tortillas: Wrap tortillas in foil and place in the air fryer for the last 3 minutes of chicken cooking time.
- Assemble Tacos: Divide cooked chicken among tortillas. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, cilantro, and cheese.
- Serve: Serve immediately while warm and enjoy.
Tips
- Ensure chicken strips are of even thickness for consistent cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that chicken reaches 165°F for safety.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
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