Can I use flour tortillas instead of corn?

You can use flour tortillas, but they won’t quite have the same traditional taste and texture as corn tortillas do in a taquito. The flavor profile will be a bit different.

Can I add other fillings?

Absolutely! Shredded chicken, black beans, or refried beans make for delicious additions.

How do I stop my tortillas from cracking?

Warm them up in the microwave for 30 seconds before rolling. While this helps prevent most cracking, minor splits are totally okay!

Can I cook these taquitos in the oven?

Yes! Place them on a greased baking sheet, spray the taquitos with cooking spray, and bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, turning halfway through.

What’s the best way to reheat these taquitos?

For the best crispiness, reheat them in an air fryer. Two minutes for refrigerated taquitos, and five minutes for frozen ones.

Air fryer Taquitos

Name: Air Fryer Taquitos
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 15 corn tortillas; 2 cups Colby Jack cheese; 2 Tbsp olive oil; salsa; optional: additional protein, such as chicken, beef, or refried beans; Optional toppings: guacamole, sour cream, jalapenos

Description

Crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, these Air Fryer Taquitos are the perfect flavorful meal you can put together in minutes.

Ingredients

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15 corn tortillas
2 cups Colby Jack cheese
2 Tbsp olive oil
salsa
optional: additional protein, such as chicken, beef, or refried beans
Optional toppings: guacamole, sour cream, jalapenos

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Instructions

Warm up five tortillas in the microwave for 30 seconds. This helps prevent them from cracking when you roll them up.
Place a generous amount of cheese on each tortilla and roll them up tightly.
Preheat your air fryer for five minutes at 390 degrees. Place the five taquitos in an air fryer basket and brush the top of each taquito with olive oil.
Air fry the taquitos for eight minutes at 390°F and repeat the process with the remaining ingredients.
Serve with salsa, your other favorite fixings, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 taquitos
Calories: 286
Fat: 17
Carbohydrates: 19
Protein: 11