Easy Air Fryer Nachos

These air fryer nachos are as easy as can be! Made completely in the air fryer with traditional nachos ingredients in 6 minutes flat.

Prep 10

Cook 6

Total 16

Fat 46

Carbs 80

Protein 26

Yield

Line the basket of the air fryer with parchment paper. Make sure to cut it to size if the paper goes past the top of the basket.
Place the chips on the bottom of the basket. Then sprinkle the taco meat and cheese on top of the chips.
Air fry at 350℉ for 4-6 minutes or until the cheese is completely melted and the meat is warm.
Remove the nachos using the parchment paper and place on top of a baking sheet or large plate.
Top with shredded lettuce, sour cream, salsa, and cilantro.
Serve immediately.

Use any of your favorite taco toppings in this recipe.
1 15oz. can of black or pinto beans can be used in place of the taco meat. Shredded chicken can also be used.
If you don’t have leftover taco meat: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 lb. of 85% ground beef. Cook for 5 minutes or until the meat is mostly cooked. Add in ¼ cup of taco seasoning and cook for an additional minute. Remove from heat and use 1 cup to make the nachos. Store leftover taco meat in an airtight container.
We used pepper jack cheese in this recipe. Cheddar, Monterey jack, or mozzarella would all be great substitutes.
Spice this recipe up by adding sliced jalapeños to the top of the cheese before you air fry.