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Golden brown crispy chicken taquitos on a white plate, garnished with fresh cilantro and sliced lime, served on a wooden surface with a rustic-style background, textured and appetizing visual

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos

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Crispy air fryer chicken taquitos are the perfect quick dinner or snack, combining tender shredded chicken with crispy tortillas, ideal for busy nights.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 taquitos

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Mix shredded chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Warm tortillas briefly to make them pliable.
  3. Place a spoonful of chicken mixture and cheese in the center of each tortilla.
  4. Roll tightly, secure with toothpicks if needed.
  5. Spray taquitos with cooking spray and place in the air fryer basket.
  6. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway until golden and crispy.

Notes

  • Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Air frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free options available with corn tortillas

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 taquitos
  • Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 17g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg
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