Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos (2024)

Traditionally, these rolled tacos made with flour tortillas are called air fryer flautas. If made with small corn tortillas, they are called taquitos.

Flour or corn tortillas work well for this recipe. Generally, flour tortillas are easier to roll than corn tortillas (unless they are the extra thin corn tortillas).

Rotisserie chicken is the easiest option if you are looking for a quick solution. Leftover shredded chicken, cooked chicken breast, or canned chicken works too.

Ranch seasoning like Hidden Valley Ranch or Simply Organic Ranch works for this recipe. Chili powder, garlic powder, homemade taco seasoning, or onion powder also work well.

Greek yogurt or sour cream provides a creamy base for the chicken and adds even more protein.

Carrots are a great hidden veggie. You could also use zucchini or spinach. I used carrots because of their mild flavor and appearance.

Storage, Freezing, Make-Ahead, and Reheating Tips

• Storage: Store leftover air fryer taquitos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Assembled uncooked taquitos and put them in a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months and make them baked straight from frozen - no need to thaw.
• Make Ahead: Ingredients may be assembled for up to 1 day before air frying. You may consider rolling the tortillas the day of cooking to ensure the tortillas do not get soggy.
• Reheating: Air fry leftovers for about 3-5 minutes at 370F for 3-5 minutes or until heated through.

Expert Tips for Making Homemade Air Fryer Taquitos

• Heat up tortillas in the microwave with a damp paper towel for 30 seconds before assembling. This makes them easier to roll.
• When assembling homemade taquitos, mix the chicken with the Greek yogurt dip. Don't layer them in the tortilla or else the chicken will dry out.
• Do not over-fill the tortillas or they will not roll.
• Flip taquitos over halfway to crisp both sides.
• Use a corn tortilla to make air fryer taquitos or flour tortillas to make air fryer chicken flautas.
• Line the air fryer basket with a piece of parchment paper to avoid messes.
• Check out these breakfast recipes for kids as well as some lunch ideas for teens and Bentgo lunch ideas if you need some more inspiration for getting your picky eaters fed!

What to Eat With Taquitos

• Serve with dipping sauces like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
• Side dishes like grilled corn, a simple side salad, or simple steamed broccoli are all great side dishes for cheesy chicken taquitos
• Meat: Making beef taquitos with lean ground beef, turkey, or pork also works.
• Spicy: To make spicy, add some hot sauce, adobo sauce, green chiles, or chopped jalapenos.
• Vegetarian: Substitute chicken for black beans, pinto beans, tofu, corn, or tempeh.
• Vegan: Use plant-based meat, refried beans, tofu, vegan yogurt, vegan ranch, and vegan cheese.

How long do you cook taquitos in the air fryer?

Air fry taquitos for 8 minutes per side at 370F. Frozen taquitos need to be cooked for 11-13 minutes per side at 370F.

Why are my taquitos not crispy?

If the tortilla is not crispy you have not cooked them long enough. Add more time in one-minute increments until the tortillas are crispy and golden brown on the outside.

Can frozen taquitos go in the air fryer?

Air fryer taquitos can be made straight from the freezer by adding an additional 3-5 minutes per side or until heated through.

How do you make taquitos stick together?

Can you put taquitos in the air fryer?

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• ▢ 2 cups rotisserie chicken cooked
• ▢ 2 medium carrots diced extra fine
• ▢ ½ packet Ranch dressing
• ▢ 1 cup Greek yogurt
• ▢ ¾ cup shredded taco cheese
• ▢ 10 taco-sized flour tortillas

• Mix ½ Ranch dressing mix with 1 cup of Greek yogurt to create a ranch dip. Set aside.

  ½ packet Ranch dressing, 1 cup Greek yogurt

• Clean carrots and dice using a food processor. Dice extra fine for a smoother texture. Add carrots and ½ cup cheese to the prepared Greek yogurt dip to combine.

  2 medium carrots

• Chop rotisserie chicken into small, bite-sized pieces. Combine with 1 cup of Greek yogurt dip and carrots.

  2 cups rotisserie chicken

• Add ¼ cup chicken mixture to each tortilla. Top with 1 tablespoon shredded cheese. Roll the tortilla tightly and spray the end with a bit of cooking spray to hold a seal.

  10 taco-sized flour tortillas, ¾ cup shredded taco cheese

• Air fry at 370F for 8 minutes, turning halfway. Taquitos will be done when they are golden brown.

• Garnish with cilantro if desired.

When assembling taquitos, be sure to mix the chicken with the Greek yogurt dip. Don't layer them in the tortilla, the chicken will dry out.

If using corn tortillas, heat up tortillas on a pan on the stove on in the microwave before assembling to make them easier to roll.

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freezer: Assembled uncooked taquitos and place them in a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months and make them baked straight from frozen - no need to thaw.

Make Ahead: Ingredients may be assembled for up to 1 day prior to air frying. You may consider rolling the tortillas the day of cooking to ensure the tortillas do not get soggy.

Reheating: Air fry leftovers for about 3-5 minutes at 370F for 3-5 minutes or until heated through.