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Air Fryer stuffed taco shells filled with meat and cheese, served on a plate.

Air Fryer Stuffed Taco Shells

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These Air Fryer Stuffed Taco Shells are flavorful, crispy on the outside, and filled with seasoned meat and cheese, making them a perfect family dinner option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground beef or turkey Your choice of protein
  • 1 packet Taco seasoning For spice and flavor
  • 2 cups Shredded cheese Cheddar or Mexican blend works great
  • 12 Taco shells Use hard or soft shells based on your preference
Optional Toppings
  • Sour cream For garnish
  • Diced tomatoes For garnish
  • Shredded lettuce For garnish
  • Jalapeños For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey. Drain excess fat.
  2. Stir in the taco seasoning and a splash of water (if needed); simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to preheat for about 5 minutes.
  4. Take your taco shells and generously stuff them with the seasoned meat and a sprinkle of cheese.
Cooking
  1. Place the stuffed taco shells in the air fryer basket, ensuring they aren't overcrowded, for 6-8 minutes.
  2. Once they are golden and crispy, carefully remove the shells and let them cool slightly.
Serving
  1. Top with your favorite fixings like sour cream and lettuce, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To maintain crispiness, reheat the taco shells in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes. You can freeze unstuffed taco shells for up to a month.

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