Kid-Friendly Homemade Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos
Crispy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make, Kid-Friendly Homemade Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos are the ultimate family meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, game day snacks, or meal prep, these taquitos combine shredded rotisserie chicken, diced carrots, and a hint of ranch dressing wrapped in a soft tortilla. The air fryer gives them a delightful crunch without the excess oil, making them a healthier option that kids will love. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces for an extra burst of flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 5 (10 taquitos)
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 cups rotisserie chicken (cooked)
- 2 medium carrots (diced fine)
- 1/2 packet Ranch dressing
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3/4 cup shredded taco cheese
- 10 taco-sized flour tortillas
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 packet of ranch dressing with 1 cup of Greek yogurt until smooth.
- Use a food processor to finely dice the carrots and mix them with the ranch dip and 1/2 cup of shredded cheese.
- Chop the rotisserie chicken into small pieces and blend it into the mixture until well combined.
- Place about 1/4 cup of the filling on each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, and roll tightly. Seal with cooking spray.
- Arrange the taquitos in a single layer in your air fryer basket and cook at 370°F for approximately 8 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg