Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos (Flautas de Pollo)
These easy Chicken Taquitos or Flautas de Pollo are made with rolled tortillas filled with shredded chicken, a mix of cheeses, and spices, then cooked in the air fryer until crispy.
Servings 4
Ingredients
For the cheesy chicken filling:
- 2 cups shredded chicken you can use leftover rotisserie chicken or leftover roasted/grilled chicken
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese – you can use mozzarella as a substitute or pepper jack cheese for an extra spicy variation
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons enchilada sauce homemade or storebought
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons finely diced mild green chiles optional
For rolling and assembling the taquitos:
- 8 small 6-inch flour tortillas - you can also use corn tortillas
- Olive oil or avocado oil spray
To serve:
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Your favorite red or green salsa
- Mexican Crema or sour cream
- Guacamole or
- Avocado salsa
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, Monterey Jack, cheddar, enchilada sauce, taco seasoning, garlic powder, and green chiles (if using).
- Mix all the ingredients together until they are evenly combined and you have a creamy mixture.
- Microwave the tortillas for 10–15 seconds to make them pliable and prevent cracking.
- Spread 2–3 tablespoons of chicken filling in a line across the lower third of each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down.
- Repeat the process with all the tortillas.
- Lightly spray the taquitos with olive oil or avocado oil spray. Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 375°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy. Cook them in batches if needed.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Serve with chopped cilantro, lime wedges, red or green salsa (or both), Mexican crema or sour cream, guacamole or avocado salsa.
