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Homemade air fryer taquitos

Homemade Air Fryer Taquitos

Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos combine seasoned shredded chicken and cheese rolled in a corn tortilla and fried to perfection in the air fryer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 12 Taquitos
Calories 135 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • 3/4 pound (340 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2 g) garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon (2 g) salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) black pepper
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup (112 g) shredded cheese such as cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • Cooking spray or oil for brushing

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket. Cook at 380°F (195°C) for 12-15 mins, until the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) internal temperature. Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let cool for a few mins until it can be shredded with two forks.
  • In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly seasoned.
  • Warm the corn tortillas between a damp paper towel in the microwave for a few seconds to make them pliable.
  • Place a spoonful of the chicken and a sprinkle of cheese on each tortilla. Roll the tortillas tightly into cigar shapes. Secure them with toothpicks if it feels necessary to hold them together.
  • Lightly spray or brush the taquitos with cooking spray or oil to help them crisp up in the air fryer.
  • Arrange the taquitos in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching each other. You might need to cook them in batches.
  • Air fry the taquitos on 375°F(190°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve the air fryer taquitos with your favorite dipping sauces such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Notes

  • Heat the corn tortillas briefly on a skillet with a touch of oil to make them pliable for rolling.
  • Secure the rolled taquitos with toothpicks if needed to prevent them from unraveling in the air fryer.
  • Depending on the size of your air fryer, you might need to cook the taquitos in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure they cook evenly. Ensure the taquitos are placed in a single layer in the air fryer basket, with space between them for even cooking.

All air fryers have different wattage and may cook at different rates. You may need to adjust the time or temp for the best results.

Nutrition

Calories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 9gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 139mgPotassium: 163mgFiber: 2gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 93IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 72mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Cheese, Chicken, tortilla
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