Air Fryer Taco Bell Nacho Fries
These crispy, seasoned Air Fryer Taco Bell Nacho Fries are a delicious homemade version of the fast food favorite—made with frozen fries, smoky spices, and creamy nacho cheese sauce for dipping.
2 Servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces frozen French fries e.g., Ore-Ida®
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ 15-ounce jar nacho Cheddar cheese sauce (e.g., Rico's®)
Instructions
Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C), following the manufacturer's directions. Allow it to heat while you prepare the seasoning and fries.
Prepare the Seasoning:
- In a small bowl, combine paprika, chili powder, salt, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir well to create a uniform spice mixture.
Season the Fries:
- Place the frozen French fries in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with vegetable oil and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle the prepared seasoning over the fries and toss again until all fries are thoroughly seasoned.
Cook the Fries:
- Transfer the seasoned fries to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10 minutes. Shake the basket gently, then continue cooking for approximately 3 more minutes, or until the fries are golden brown and crisp.
Warm the Cheese Sauce:
- While the fries are cooking, heat the nacho cheese sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally and heat until warm and smooth.
Serve:
- Once the fries are done, transfer them to a serving dish and accompany with the warm nacho cheese sauce on the side or drizzled over the top.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, ensure the following:
- Use certified gluten-free frozen fries (some may contain gluten-based coatings or be processed in shared facilities).
- Double-check that your spices and nacho cheese sauce are labeled gluten-free and made without wheat-derived thickeners or additives.