Easy Small-Batch Air Fryer Nachos

5 from 1 vote

These easy Air Fryer Nachos are loaded with seasoned taco meat and plenty of melted cheese, with every layer packed with toppings.

Prep Time5

Cook Time6

Total Time11

Course: Air Fryer, Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 464kcal

Author: Chula King

5 cups (3.5 ounces, 99 grams) Restaurant-style tortilla chips, divided (See Tip 2)
1 cup (8 ounces, 227 grams) prepared taco meat, divided (See Tip 3)
¼ cup (2.3 ounces, 65 grams) black beans, drained, rinsed and patted dry, divided
2 cups (8 ounces, 227 grams) shredded fiesta cheese, divided (See Tips 4 and 5)
Garnish: chopped tomatoes, chopped green onion tops, sliced fresh jalapeños, and sour cream

Prepare your favorite taco meat in advance or before assembling the nachos. (See Tip 3)
Line the interior of the air fryer bowl or basket with nonstick aluminum foil. (See Tip 6)
Add the first layer: half the chips, half the taco meat, half the black beans, and ¾ cup of the cheese.
Add the second layer: Remaining chips, cheese, black beans, and taco meat.
Insert the bowl or basket into the air fryer. Air fry on bake at 350°F for six minutes.
Remove the bowl or basket from the air fryer. Carefully remove the aluminum foil and nachos and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped tomatoes, chopped green onion tops, sliced jalapeños, and sour cream.
Serve immediately.
Yield: 4 servings

I used my Ninja Crispi Pro, but feel free to use your own air fryer - quantities and time, however, may vary.
Use a sturdy tortilla chip.
My go-to taco meat: 1 pound ground beef browned, crumbled, and drained, 1 package taco seasoning, 10.5-ounce Rotel Original Tomatoes and Green Chilies, and ½ cup water. Combine all ingredients; cover and cook for 30 minutes over medium-low to medium heat, until most of the liquid has evaporated.
Pre-shredded cheese works well in this recipe.
May substitute your favorite nacho cheese.
I used heavy-duty nonstick aluminum foil to line the air fryer bowl.