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These taquitos in air fryer make for the perfect appetizer, side dish, or even quick weeknight dinner.

These taquitos are the best when you cook them in the air fryer. They come out crispy, just like you would get them at your favorite Mexican restaurant.

We make frozen taquitos as a side dish with taco pizza, Mexican lasagna, and chicken enchiladas.

taquitos made in the air fryer on a plate with guucamole and salsa on the side.

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Air Fryer Taquitos

  • It takes half the time to make these taquitos in the air fryer than in the oven.
  • Add your favorite toppings for an elevated appetizer or quick dinner.
  • A perfect quick snack that your kids will love.
  • Use your favorite frozen taquitos brand from your local grocery store.
frozen taquitos in air fryer

Ingredients

  • Frozen taquitos: I like the Delimex and Jose Ole taquitos.
  • Mexican sour cream: Drizzle over the taquitos or dip on the side.
  • Salsa verde: Top with salsa verde for added flavor.
  • Queso fresca cheese: I love adding queso fresca cheese but you can also top it with shredded cheese.
  • Shredded lettuce: I love adding shredded lettuce for some freshness.
  • Pico de Gallo: Top with pico de gallo, chipotle corn salsa, or even rotel dip for some extra flavor.

Kitchen Tools

First, you need an air fryer, I love this one because it’s BIG and I can make all the taquitos at once. You will also need some kitchen tongs and a serving tray.

taquitos in air fryer basket./

How To Make Taquitos In Air Fryer

  1. Preheat. You can preheat your air fryer if you have time but if you don’t no worries.
  2. Add. Place the frozen taquitos in a single layer on the bottom of the air fryer basket.
  3. Cook. Air fry at 400°F for 7 minutes or until crispy.
  4. Top. Eat them plain or top them with your favorite toppings and sauces.
cooked taquitos in the air fryer basket being picked up with tongs. /

Expert Tips

  • Crispier taquitos. For the crispiest taquitos, preheat your air fryer for 5 minutes. If you like them even crispier, then add an additional 1-2 minutes to your cooking time.
  • No need to flip them. You don’t need to flip them halfway through, just throw them in and let them bake.
  • Dipping sauces. Dip them in sour cream, Mexican crema, salsa verde, salsa, queso, or guacamole.
taquitos stacked on a plate topped with queso fresa cheese, salsa verde, Mexican sour cream, and salsa. And then put the guacamole and salsa on the side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long to cook taquitos in the air fryer?

Cook frozen taquitos in the air fryer at 400°F for 7 minutes. If you like them crispier, add an additional 1-2 minutes.

How long do you preheat an air fryer for taquitos?

Preheat your air fryer for 3-5 minutes but if you don’t have time to preheat your air fryer no worries.

Why are my taquitos not crispy?

If your taquitos are not crispy then you didn’t cook them long enough. Cook them for an additional 1-2 minutes or until they are crispy enough.

How do you know when taquitos are done?

When the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

taquitos stacked on a plate topped with queso fresa cheese, salsa verde, Mexican sour cream, and salsa. And then put the guacamole and salsa on the side.

What To Serve With Taquitos

Here are some of my favorites that go great with taquitos.

Taco Casserole with Doritos

White Chicken Chili Recipe

Taco Lasagna
taquitos stacked on a plate topped with queso fresa cheese, salsa verde, Mexican sour cream, and salsa.

Storing & Reheating

  • Store. Place leftover taquitos in a container or on a plate covered with aluminum foil in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat. Place the leftover taquitos in the air fryer at 400°F for 1-2 minutes. Or you can reheat them in the microwave too.

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Servings: 4

Air Fryer Taquitos

Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
These taquitos in air fryer make for the perfect appetizer, side dish, or even quick weeknight dinner. They come out crispy, just like you would get them at your favorite Mexican restaurant.
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Ingredients
 

  • 8 frozen taquitos
  • pico de gallo
  • sour cream
  • gucamole
  • salsa
  • queso fresca cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 400ºF for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the frozen taquitos to the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  • Cook at 400°F for 7-9 minutes. For crispier taquitos, cook for an additional 1-2 minutes or until crispy.

Notes

  • Crispier taquitos. For the crispiest taquitos, preheat your air fryer for 5 minutes. If you like them even crispier, then add an additional 1-2 minutes to your cooking time.
  • No need to flip them. You don’t need to flip them halfway through, just throw them in and let them bake.
  • Dipping sauces. Dip them in sour cream, salsa, queso.
  • Store. Place leftover taquitos in a container or on a plate covered with aluminum foil in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat. Place the leftover taquitos in the air fryer at 400°F for 1-2 minutes. Or you can reheat them in the microwave too.
Serving: 4g, Calories: 114kcal, Carbohydrates: 15g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 1g, Sodium: 58mg, Potassium: 56mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 4IU, Vitamin C: 23mg, Calcium: 23mg, Iron: 1mg
Cuisine: Mexican
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Side Dish
Author: Jennifer
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