Description
Golden, crunchy chicken taquitos made in the air fryer for a lighter, faster version of this Mexican favorite. Perfect for game days, family dinners, or quick snacks, these taquitos deliver a crispy exterior and juicy, seasoned chicken filling every time.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheese, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until evenly mixed.
2. Warm corn tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20 seconds to prevent cracking.
3. Place two tablespoons of the chicken mixture on one edge of each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down on a tray.
4. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 4 minutes.
5. Lightly brush or spray the air fryer basket with oil, then arrange taquitos in a single layer without overcrowding.
6. Air fry for 7 minutes, then flip taquitos, mist with oil, and air fry for an additional 2 minutes until golden brown.
7. Remove taquitos and let rest on a cooling rack for 2 minutes to maintain crispiness before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: snack
- Method: air fryer
- Cuisine: mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos
Keywords: air fryer chicken taquitos, crispy chicken taquitos, baked taquitos chicken, crispy taquitos, antojitos recipe, chicken toquitos
