Crispy Air Fryer Taco Chicken (Quick & Easy Family Recipe)
If you’re looking for a quick, family-friendly dinner with bold flavor, this Air Fryer Taco Chicken will be a weeknight favorite! Juicy chicken breasts coated with taco seasoning cook to perfection in the air fryer—crispy on the outside, tender inside. Pair it with rice, tortillas, or a fresh salad for a complete meal in under 20 minutes.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs or chicken breast
- 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 clove garlic grated (or 1 tsp of garlic paste, or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 1 tablespoons taco seasoning I like Siete brand
Instructions
- Trim the fat off the chicken thighs if you want to. Toss the chicken thighs with soy sauce, oil, and garlic. Sprinkle with taco seasoning and give it a quick mix.
- Place the chicken in the basket of an air fryer (alternate cooking instructions in the notes). Air fry at 400 degrees for 10-12 minutes – at this point it should be very crusty, golden, juicy, and delicious.
- Chop the Chicken: When the chicken is done, let it stand for a few minutes and then roughly chop or pull it into bite-sized pieces. Squeeze some lime juice over it.
- Use it for bowls, salads, quesadillas, enchiladas throughout the week.
Notes
Oven Instructions: Bake at 425 degrees for 20 mins! If using chicken breasts, slice them in half if they’re thick. Cook chicken to 165 degrees.
Serving Ideas:
- Warm tortillas + toppings for easy tacos
- Mexican rice & black beans
- Fresh avocado salad