How to Make Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken taquitos are a classic Mexican dish that are enjoyed by people of all ages. These crispy, flavorful rolled tacos are the perfect snack or meal for any occasion. Traditionally, taquitos are made by frying the tortillas, but with the invention of the air fryer, you can now make a healthier version of this delicious dish without sacrificing any of the taste or texture.

Using an air fryer to make chicken taquitos is a great way to cut down on the amount of oil used in the cooking ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons diced onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green chiles (such as Ortega®)
  • 2 tablespoons Mexican-style hot tomato sauce (such as El Pato®)
  • 1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken
  • ½ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 2 tablespoons Neufchâtel cheese
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 6 corn tortillas
  • avocado oil cooking spray

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 taquitos

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook until soft and translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add green chiles and Mexican tomato sauce; stir to combine. Add shredded chicken, Mexican cheese blend, and Neufchâtel cheese. Cook and stir until cheeses have melted and mixture is warmed through, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat tortillas in a skillet or directly on the grates of a gas stove until soft and pliable. Place 3 tablespoons of chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Fold over and roll into taquitos.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place taquitos in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching, and mist with avocado oil. Cook until golden brown, 6 to 9 minutes. Turn taquitos over, mist with avocado oil, and air fry until crispy, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    174 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 33mg
    • Sodium: 217mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 101mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 114mg