25 Easy Air Fryer Recipes
12. Air Fryer Taquitos and Charred Salsa
If you want a quick, crispy meal that’s healthier than frying in oil, air fryer taquitos with charred salsa are a smart choice. They are easy to make, create less mess, and offer a lighter bite with less oil compared to frying in a pan. The fresh salsa brings extra flavor and freshness to your plate.
You’ll love how simple this recipe is. A handful of easy-to-find ingredients like rotisserie chicken, tomatoes, and tortillas come together for a meal or snack that’s hard to resist. Making your own salsa adds a homemade touch that’s both fun and flavorful.
Cooking Times
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Serving Size
- Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 1 pound Roma tomatoes
- 1 small onion (cut into 8 wedges)
- 1 serrano chili
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray (for tortillas)
Preparation
- Place the Roma tomatoes, the onion, and the serrano chili in the air fryer basket. Drizzle with the olive oil and roast for 8 minutes at 400°F.
- Let the vegetables cool, then process them with salt and pepper in a blender to make the salsa.
- In a bowl, mix the chopped rotisserie chicken and the shredded cheese.
- Place about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla and roll them up tightly.
- Spray the tops of the taquitos with olive oil.
- Air fry the taquitos at 400°F for 7 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Serve immediately with the charred salsa.
Nutrition Info
- Calories: 270 kcal
- Total Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
