Air Fryer Copycat Nacho Fries

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Nacho fries may be on the Taco Bells menu one minute... gone the next, so I created an at-home version AND did it using the air fryer. If you are still inclined to deep-fry, double the amount of seasoning as most will get lost in the hot oil.

Submitted by Soup Loving Nicole
Published on February 16, 2023
Cone of nacho fries with dipping sauce
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
13 mins
Total Time:
18 mins
Servings:
2
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder, or more to taste

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ⅛ teaspoon onion powder

  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

  • 8 ounces frozen French fries (such as Ore-Ida®)

  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

  • ½ (15 ounce) jar nacho Cheddar cheese sauce (such as Rico's®)

Directions

  1. Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.

  2. Stir paprika, chili powder, salt, onion powder, and garlic powder together in a small bowl.

  3. Pour fries into a large bowl. Drizzle vegetable oil over the fries; toss to coat. Sprinkle seasoning mixture over fries; toss until evenly coated.

  4. Place seasoned fries in the basket of the preheated air fryer. Cook for 10 minutes. Shake the basket and cook until crisp; about 3 minutes more.

  5. Meanwhile, heat cheese sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat. Serve as a dipping sauce for the fries.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

360 Calories
20g Fat
41g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 360
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g 25%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Sodium 1534mg 67%
Total Carbohydrate 41g 15%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Protein 5g 9%
Potassium 493mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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