Best 2 Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos Recipes

Craving a crispy, flavorful snack or a delightful appetizer? Look no further than these Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos! These rolled-up tortillas are packed with a savory filling of seasoned chicken, melty cheese, and a vibrant blend of spices. Air-frying gives them an irresistibly golden brown exterior while keeping the insides moist and tender. Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking for a quick and tasty meal, these chicken taquitos are sure to be a hit.

This recipe provides three tantalizing variations to satisfy every taste bud. The Classic Chicken Taquitos offer a traditional flavor combination with shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and a zesty seasoning mix. The Buffalo Chicken Taquitos add a spicy kick with a fiery buffalo sauce and blue cheese crumbles. And for a unique twist, the Avocado Ranch Chicken Taquitos introduce a creamy avocado ranch sauce, crispy bacon bits, and a sprinkling of fresh cilantro.

Each variation is carefully crafted to deliver a distinct flavor profile, ensuring that there's something for everyone to enjoy. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, this recipe guides you through the process of creating these delicious taquitos in the comfort of your own home. Get ready to indulge in a crispy, cheesy, and flavorful culinary experience with these Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos!

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AIR FRYER CHICKEN TAQUITOS

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These taquitos are air fried, which makes them healthier than deep fried ones. Using shredded rotisserie chicken provides a quick prep but you can always use home-cooked chicken. Serve with sides of sour cream, Mexican tomato sauce, and guacamole, or your choice of sides.

Provided by Yoly

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

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
2 tablespoons Neufchatel cheese
½ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
6 each corn tortillas
1 serving avocado oil cooking spray

Steps:

Heat oil in a skillet. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add green chiles and Mexican tomato sauce; stir to combine. Add chicken, Neufchatel cheese, and Mexican cheese blend. Cook and stir until cheeses have melted and mixture is completely warmed, 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 the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching, and mist with avocado oil. Cook in batches if necessary. Cook until golden brown and crispy, 6 to 9 minutes. Turn taquitos over, mist with avocado oil, and air fry for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.9 g, Cholesterol 32.6 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 216.6 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

AIR FRYER CHICKEN FAJITA TAQUITOS

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This recipe takes some time to prepare, but the results are SO worth it!

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 2h45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 (4 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 ¼ cups mojo criollo marinade
1 pound corn tortillas
1 (14 ounce) package fire-roasted peppers and onion blend (such as Trader Joe's®), thawed
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
cooking spray

Steps:

Place chicken strips in a sealable container and add marinade. Seal and allow to marinate for 2 hours.
Drain off marinade and discard. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken strips until browned, 6 to 7 minutes. Add thawed peppers and onions and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more.
Transfer chicken strips to a cutting board and chop into smaller pieces. Add chopped chicken back to the peppers and onions; stir to combine.
Preheat an heat air fryer to 370 degrees F (187 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
Place tortillas in a tortilla bag. Microwave 5 tortillas at a time for 30 seconds.
Spray each side of warmed tortillas with about 1/2 teaspoon oil and lay on a cutting board. Place 1 to 2 tablespoons chicken filling on top and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon cheese blend. Roll taquitos up tightly.
Place taquitos seam-side down in the air fryer basket and air fry for 5 minutes. Increase air fryer temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and air fry for 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 58.3 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

Tips:

To make your taquitos extra crispy, spray them lightly with cooking oil before air frying.
For a more flavorful filling, marinate your chicken in a flavorful sauce or spice blend before cooking.
Be careful not to overcrowd the air fryer basket. This will prevent the taquitos from cooking evenly.
Serve your taquitos with your favorite dipping sauce, such as guacamole, salsa, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

Air fryer chicken taquitos are a quick, easy, and delicious snack or meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a little creativity, you can customize your taquitos to suit your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying snack or meal, give air fryer chicken taquitos a try!