air fryer ground beef recipes
Air fryer ground beef tacos are a quick and delicious meal that combines seasoned ground beef with fresh toppings, all cooked to perfection in an air fryer. This recipe is easy to follow and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.
Equipment
- 1 air fryer
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 skillet (optional)
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 spatula or wooden spoon
- 8 taco shells or tortillas
- 1 serving plates
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Make sure the ground beef is cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup onion, chopped
- ½ cup bell pepper, chopped
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 8 pieces taco shells or tortillas
- optional toppings diced tomatoes, lettuce, sour cream, salsa, avocado
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined.
- Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the ground beef mixture and combine well.
- Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Place the ground beef mixture into the air fryer basket in an even layer. Depending on your air fryer size, you may need to cook in batches.
- Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time, until the beef is fully cooked and no longer pink, and the vegetables are tender.
- While the ground beef is cooking, prepare your taco shells or tortillas according to package instructions.
- Once cooked, remove the beef mixture from the air fryer and fill the taco shells or tortillas with the ground beef mixture.
- Top with shredded cheese and any additional toppings of your choice.
Notes
Make sure the ground beef is cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
You can customize the seasonings and toppings to suit your taste preferences.
Leftover beef can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For a healthier version, consider using lean ground turkey instead of beef.