Craving that irresistible Taco Bell crunch but want to enjoy it from the comfort of your own kitchen? Get ready to transform your cooking game with these mouthwatering Air Fryer Taquitos that are so crispy, so delicious, and SO easy to make, you'll wonder why you ever ordered takeout! In just 18 minutes, you can whip up a batch of golden, cheese-filled taquitos that will have your family and friends begging for more.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 8 mins
Total Time: 18 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 10 taquitos
Ingredients
- 10 small flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup taco sauce
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 10 small flour tortillas, 2 cups of shredded cooked chicken, 1 cup of shredded cheese, 1/2 cup of taco sauce, and cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, shredded cheese, and taco sauce. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Take one flour tortilla and place about 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken and cheese mixture in the center.
- Carefully roll the tortilla tightly around the filling, tucking in the sides as you go to ensure the filling stays inside. Repeat this process for the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Once all the taquitos are rolled, preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Place the taquitos in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not overcrowded. You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Spray the tops of the taquitos lightly with cooking spray to help them crisp up during cooking.
- Air fry the taquitos at 400°F (200°C) for 8 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Once the taquitos are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the air fryer and let them cool for a minute before serving.
- Serve the taquitos with additional taco sauce or your favorite dipping sauce on the side.
Tips
- Use room temperature tortillas to prevent cracking when rolling
- Don't overfill your taquitos - this can cause them to burst open during cooking
- For extra crispiness, lightly spray the taquitos with cooking spray before air frying
- Make sure to flip the taquitos halfway through cooking to ensure even browning
- If cooking in batches, keep the first batch warm in a low-temperature oven while finishing the rest
- Experiment with different protein options like ground beef or shredded pork for variety
- Let the taquitos rest for a minute after cooking to allow the filling to set and prevent burning your mouth
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg
