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    Easy Air Fryer Taquitos (Chicken & Black Bean)

    Published: May 23, 2023 by Diana Reis · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Crispy on the outside with flavor packed fillings, these easy air fryer taquitos are a great appetizer or main course. Add toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and salsa, and you have an outstanding dish in just 15 minutes.

    taquitos on black plate with cilantro garnish

    I love air fryer recipes. They make less mess than frying and use less heat than turning on the oven. These Crispy Air Fryer Taquitos are easy to put together and delicious with any filling you choose. I often make cheesy chicken filling using leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy dinner.

    I also use leftover Slow Cooker Tri Tip to make beef taquitos. For more vegetarian options, try sautéed mushrooms with green chilis and cheese.

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    Make this Recipe, because…
    Ingredients
    How To Make Air Fryer Taquitos
    FAQs
    Diana's Tips For Success
    Storage and Reheating
    Related Recipes
    📖 Recipe
    Easy Air Fryer Taquitos

    Make this Recipe, because…

    You don't really need a special recipe for filling, you can be as creative as you want.

    ​Taquitos are a great way to use up leftover chicken or a partial can of beans.

    Air frying uses very little oil and is a bit healthier than deep frying.

    Ingredients

    Corn Tortillas-  This is the most important part of a taquito. You can use either white or yellow corn tortillas and fill them with anything that excites you.  

    Canola Oil- Brushing the tortillas with a light coating of oil will help the tortilla crisp in the air fryer. 

    Taquitos Fillings

    Cheesy Chicken Taquitos

    1 Cup Shredded Chicken

    2 Teaspoons Taco Seasoning

    1 Cup Mexican Blend Cheese, shredded

    Cheesy Black Bean Taquitos

    1 Cup Black Beans drained and rinsed.

    2 Teaspoons Taco Seasoning

    1 Cup Monterey Jack Cheese, shredded

    If you don’t have taco seasoning on hand, mix salt, black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and dry parsley for a quick and easy seasoning for your homemade taquitos. 

    Topping Suggestions

    • Pico de Gallo
    • ​Sour Cream
    • Shredded Lettuce
    • Shredded Cabbage
    • Guacamole
    • Salsa

    How To Make Air Fryer Taquitos

    Step 1

    • In a medium bowl, mix together the filling with taco seasoning and set aside until your are ready to fill the corn tortillas.
    • Soften the corn tortillas. Wrap a small stack of tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30 seconds. Heating the tortillas makes them soft and pliable. 
    softened corn tortillas on damp paper towel

    Step 2

    • Next, brush each tortilla front and back with canola oil. You can also use a cooking spray. It is very easy to get a light coating using the oil spray.
    corn tortilla on cutting board oiled on both sides

    The canola oil has a high smoke point that won’t burn in the air fryer. It also adds the flavor you would get from deep frying and helps the corn tortilla get crispy on the outside.

    Step 3

    • To fill, place filling in the center of the corn tortilla and spread from end to end in a thin line. Use about 2 tablespoons of filling per tortilla. Then sprinkle shredded cheese over the filling. Try not to overstuff the tortillas.
    black bean filling on top of corn tortilla with cheese

    Step 4

    • Roll the corn tortillas  around the filling as tight as possible. Lay rolled taquitos seam-side down to keep them closed.
    • Once you’ve made up all of your taquito rolls, pre-heat the air fryer to 375°F.
    • Place seam-side down in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry taquitos for 4-6 minutes or until they are golden brown. For best results, do not crowd the air fryer. Cook remaining taquitos in batches using the same method.
    • Serve with your favorite toppings.
    uncooked filled tortillas rolled on cutting board

    FAQs

    What is a taquito?

    Traditional taquitos are made with small corn tortillas, rolled, filled, and deep fried until crispy. 

    Diana's Tips For Success

    ​Heat tortillas before rolling so they do not split and break.

    Leave space between the taquitos when cooking. The heat will flow through easier and make them golden brown on all sides.

    Storage and Reheating

    Store leftover, cooked taquitos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    To reheat from the refrigerator, place taquitos in the air fryer on medium heat or around 325° for 8 minutes. 

    You can freeze these for later use. Place cooked taquitos in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.

    To reheat from frozen, place taquitos in the air fryer on medium heat or around 325° for 12-15 minutes. 

    over head shot air fryer taquitos on black plate with cabbage and salsa

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    📖 Recipe

    Overhead crispy taquitos on a black plate with toppings

    Easy Air Fryer Taquitos

    Delicious filling and corn tortillas are rolled and air fried to create a crispy Mexican Food favorite. Smothered in our favorite toppings, this easy air fryer recipes is made for weeknight dinners and fun party appetizers.
    5 from 5 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Appetizer, Appetizers, Dinner, Main Course, Main Dish
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 3 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12 Servings
    Calories: 127kcal
    Author: Diana Reis

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer
    • Basting Brush

    Ingredients

    • 2 Cups Filling see notes
    • 12 Corn Tortillas white or yellow corn
    • 3 Tablespoons Canola Oil

    Instructions

    • In a medium bowl, mix together the filling with taco seasoning and set aside until your are ready to fill the corn tortillas.
    • Soften the corn tortillas. Wrap a small stack of tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30 seconds. Heating the tortillas makes them soft and pliable.
    • Next, brush each tortilla front and back with canola oil. You can also use a cooking spray. It is very easy to get a light coating using the oil spray. The canola oil has a high smoke point that won’t burn in the air fryer. It also adds the flavor you would get from deep frying and helps the corn tortilla get crispy on the outside.
    • To fill, place filling in the center of the corn tortilla and spread from end to end in a thin line. Use about 2 tablespoons of filling per tortilla. Then sprinkle shredded cheese over the filling. Try not to overstuff the tortillas.
    • Roll the corn tortillas around the filling as tight as possible. Lay rolled taquitos seam side down to keep them closed.
    • Once you’ve made up all of your taquito rolls, pre-heat the air fryer to 375°F.
    • Place seam-side down in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry taquitos for 4-6 minutes or until they are golden brown. For best results, do not crowd the air fryer. Cook remaining taquitos in batches using the same method.
    • Serve with your favorite toppings.

    Notes

    Taquitos Fillings
    Cheesy Chicken Taquitos
    • 1 Cup Shredded Chicken
    • 2 Teaspoons Taco Seasoning
    • 1 Cup Mexican Blend Cheese, shredded
    Cheesy Black Bean Taquitos
    • 1 Cup Black Beans drained and rinsed.
    • 2 Teaspoons Taco Seasoning
    • 1 Cup Monterey Jack Cheese, shredded
    If you don’t have taco seasoning on hand, mix salt, black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and dry parsley for a quick and easy seasoning for your homemade taquitos.
    Topping Suggestions
    • Pico de Gallo
    • ​Sour Cream
    • Shredded Lettuce
    • Shredded Cabbage
    • Guacamole
    • Salsa
    What is a taquito?
    Traditional taquitos are made with small corn tortillas, rolled, filled, and deep fried until crispy.
    ​Diana's Tips For Success
    • ​Heat tortillas before rolling so they do not split and break.
    • Leave space between the taquitos when cooking. The heat will flow through easier and make them golden brown on all sides.
    Storage and Reheating
    Store cooked leftover taquitos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
    To reheat from the refrigerator, place taquitos in the air fryer on medium heat or around 325° for 8 minutes.
    You can freeze these for later use. Place cooked taquitos in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
    To reheat from frozen, place taquitos in the air fryer on medium heat or around 325° for 12-15 minutes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 127kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 29mg | Potassium: 102mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. dana says

      May 25, 2023 at 6:42 pm

      5 stars
      These sound great! I love that they're made in the air fryer. Fantastic crisp without all the grease!

      Reply
    2. Jess says

      May 25, 2023 at 7:48 pm

      5 stars
      So easy with the Air Fryer!!

      Reply
    3. Shelby says

      May 25, 2023 at 8:12 pm

      5 stars
      A super easy and delicious way to mix up Mexican night. Healthier in the air fryer, too!

      Reply
    4. Chenee says

      May 25, 2023 at 8:34 pm

      5 stars
      These were delicious and so easy to make too! My whole family loved them.

      Reply
    5. Casey says

      May 25, 2023 at 8:39 pm

      5 stars
      This is one of the best air fryer recipes I've ever tasted. I can't wait to make them again!

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