Air Fryer Chicken and Pork Belly Tacos | Easy & Crispy
These Air Fryer Chicken and Pork Belly Tacos combine crispy pork belly, juicy chicken, creamy sauce, and crunchy slaw into one ridiculously flavorful bite—with gourmet vibes, air fryer ease, and a perfect balance of spice and texture.
Servings 4 servings
Calories: 598kcal
Ingredients
Meat Ingredients
- 1 large skinless chicken breast sliced in half lengthwise
- ½ pound thick pork belly cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper
Suggested Toppings
- 1 ½ cup kale-cabbage slaw store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup pico de gallo
- ½ cup Cholula Green Chili Sour Cream
- 8 tortillas corn or flour, warmed
- Optional: fresh lime wedges, scallions, chopped cilantro
Equipment
Instructions
- Prep the Proteins: Pat the chicken and pork belly dry with paper towels. Place in a bowl and season with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Air Fry the Pork Belly: Preheat the air fryer to 400 °F. Place pork belly in a single layer in the basket (work in batches if needed). Cook for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway through, until edges are golden and crispy.
- Air Fry the Chicken: Reduce the air fryer to 375 °F. Add seasoned chicken and cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 °F. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
- Warm the Tortillas: While the meats are resting, warm tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas burner for 30 seconds per side. Cover with a towel to keep warm.
- Assemble the Tacos: On each tortilla, layer kale-cabbage slaw, chopped chicken and pork belly, pico de gallo, and top it with Cholula Green Chili Sour Cream. Garnish with fresh cilantro, scallions, or lime juice if desired.
Notes
- Pork belly renders fat while cooking—use parchment in your air fryer if cleanup is a concern.
- Make it spicy by adding jalapeños or swapping in spicy slaw.
- Shortcut option: Use pre-cooked pork belly and rotisserie chicken to cut down time.
- Great for meal prep: Store proteins and toppings separately and assemble fresh each time.
Nutrition
Calories: 598kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 1005mg | Potassium: 348mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1363IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 141mg | Iron: 3mg
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