Potato Tacos (Easy Air Fryer Recipe)

Potato Tacos

These potato tacos start with diced russet potatoes that I season and air fry until golden and crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. Then, I load them up into a flour tortilla along with cheese, lettuce, and chipotle sauce. The result is a taco-licious potato dish that no one can stop eating. They’re so easy to make and loaded with flavor that they’re perfect for any occasion.

Why You’ll Love This Potato Taco Recipe

• They are easy to make, and the only cooking is air frying the potatoes and heating up the tortillas.
• They’re a healthier way to enjoy tacos, and healthier than traditional fried tacos as it uses less oil.
• They taste like Taco Bell’s spicy potato soft tacos, but better. If you’re a fan of Taco Bell’s potato tacos, you’ll love this recipe. The air-fried potatoes have a similar crispy texture to Taco Bell, and the seasoning is just right.

Potato Tacos Ingredients

This recipe only uses a few simple ingredients, and most of them are in your kitchen right now. Everything on this list, from the potatoes to the chipotle sauce can be found in any grocery store.

• Russet potatoes, peeled, diced into small pieces
• Olive oil
• Cayenne pepper
• Slap Ya Mama® seasoning
• Black pepper
• Paprika
• Garlic powder
• Flour tortillas, taquito size
• Shredded lettuce
• Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• Taco Bell® Creamy Chipotle Sauce

How to Make Potato Tacos

Making these tacos takes just about 40 minutes from start to finish, so they fit perfectly into any schedule. You’ll be all done in no time.

Step 1: Soak the Potatoes

Soak the diced potatoes in a large pot or large bowl of water for 10 minutes. Then, drain the potatoes and pat them dry.

Step 2: Season and Air Fry

Toss the potatoes with the seasonings, add olive oil, and toss again. Then, air fry the potatoes in a single layer at 400 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes, giving the basket a good shake about 10 minutes in.

Step 3: Make the Tacos

Heat the tortillas over medium heat. Then, spread a bit of chipotle sauce on the tortilla. Add the diced potato mixture, cheese, lettuce, and more chipotle sauce on top. Fold and enjoy!

Recipe Tips

• Shake the air fryer basket vigorously about halfway through cooking to toss around the potatoes for more even cooking and browning.
• It’s very important to soak the potatoes before air frying them to get them nice and crispy.
• Heating the tortillas makes them more pliable and tastes better, too!

Variations

• Yukon gold potatoes work well for this recipe.
• Add some cooked ground beef or chorizo to these tacos for an extra kick of flavor.
• You can use any kind of tortilla you like for this recipe. There are several! Corn tortillas are delicious too.

What to Serve with Potato Tacos

These zesty potato tacos make the perfect addition to any Mexican spread. Serve them up as part of a larger meal alongside your favorites like:

• Burritos
• Fajitas
• Enchiladas
• Mexican rice
• Spanish rice
• Black beans
• Churros

Recipe FAQ

How to Store and Reheat Leftovers

For optimal flavor and freshness, store the ingredients separately in their own containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Then, reheat the potatoes in the air fryer for a few minutes at 400 to heat them up and get them crispy again and construct the tacos according to the recipe directions above.

Try This Delicious Potato Tacos Recipe Today

These potato tacos inspired by Taco Bell’s potato tacos are full of flavor, so easy to make, and even better than the originals. They come together quickly, so they’re perfect for a Mexican dinner or to whip up in batches for parties and potlucks. There’s really no wrong time to enjoy them, as you’ll see as soon as you make them. Give them a try, and get ready to fall in love!