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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Street Tacos

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, juicy chicken street tacos made in the air fryer, ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with bold flavors and a fresh twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Fresh lime wedges (for serving)
  • Diced white onion (for topping)
  • Crumbled cotija cheese (optional)
  • Salsa verde or your favorite salsa (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it heat for about 5 minutes.
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry and cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a mixing bowl, toss chicken pieces with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Arrange chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F for 10 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through.
  5. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side or microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel for 20-30 seconds.
  6. Assemble tacos by dividing the crispy chicken among the tortillas. Top with diced onion, chopped cilantro, crumbled cotija cheese, and a squeeze of lime. Add salsa if desired.
  7. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even crisping. Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help the coating stick. Flip or shake chicken halfway through cooking. Warm tortillas gently to prevent tearing. If you forget to preheat the air fryer, add 2 extra minutes to cooking time and shake basket more often. For leftovers, reheat chicken in air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes to regain crispiness.

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