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Golden-brown crispy chicken taquitos arranged on a white plate, filled with shredded chicken and cheese, garnished with chopped cilantro. The surface has a crunchy, flaky texture, and the taquitos are neatly rolled and slightly leaning against each other, set against a rustic wooden background with a side of salsa and lime slices.

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos

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Crispy air fryer chicken taquitos are a quick and savory snack or dinner, filled with tender shredded chicken and melted cheese, then baked to perfection in the air fryer.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 taquitos

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray or oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheese, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Divide the mixture evenly among the tortillas, roll tightly to form taquitos.
  4. Spray the taquitos with cooking spray or lightly brush with oil.
  5. Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway, until crispy and golden brown.

Notes

  • Use corn or flour tortillas based on preference; warm them slightly for easier rolling.
  • Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for extra flavor.
  • Adjust cooking time for larger or smaller taquitos.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using corn tortillas)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 taquitos
  • Calories: 220 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg