🌮 Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos – Crispy, Cheesy & Perfectly Rolled

Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos

Recipe by GLP-1 Healthy LivingCourse: AppetizersCuisine: Mexican

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Calories

160

kcal

Skip the store-bought version — these homemade Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos are loaded with flavor and crunch in every bite!
✅ Stuffed with shredded chicken, cheese & spices
✅ Air-fried for a crispy bite with minimal oil
✅ Great for meal prep, parties, or busy weeknights
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Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp chili powder
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper to taste
1 cup Mexican cheese blend or shredded cheddar cheese
12 flour tortillas, soft taco size
1 tsp olive oil spray
Optional: sour cream, salsa, guacamole

Directions

Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook chicken breasts until golden and cooked through (5–6 minutes per side). Let rest, then shred with forks.
Season the Filling: Toss shredded chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cheese. Mix well.
Assemble Taquitos: Spoon filling into tortillas, roll tightly, and place seam-side down.
Air Fry: Lightly spray each taquito with olive oil spray. Place in a single layer in your air fryer. Cook at 390°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway.
Serve: Serve hot with salsa, guac, or sour cream.

Notes

✅ Warm tortillas slightly to make rolling easier and prevent cracking.
✅ Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
✅ Freeze before air frying for a fast grab-and-go meal.
✅ CLICK HERE to see which air fryer crisps these up best.

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