Frozen Taquitos In Air Fryer

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Making Frozen Taquitos in Air Fryer is so easy and they turn out incredibly crunchy and flavorful. Perfect for snacking, serving at parties, and on game day or as part of a delicious Mexican meal.

Post includes Weight Watchers points.

top down view of the completed air fryer frozen taquitos ready to be served

Taquitos are among our favorite finger foods, so I try to keep a bag stashed in the freezer at all times. Cooking them from frozen in the air fryer means they come out crispy and crunchy, not soggy and greasy like they do when you bake them in the oven. 

The great thing about cooking frozen taquitos in the air fryer is that it’s easy enough for older kids to make on their own after a little training.

And, since they cook fast they are perfect for a quick meal, after-school snacks, Mexican meals, and all sorts of get-togethers, easy appetizer, side dish, and as part of your game day spread

Homemade meals are great when you have time, but there should be no shame in taking help from the freezer section every now and then. You’ll be surprised how tasty these are, plus these Air Fried Taquitos are way healthier than traditional deep-fried taquitos.

Also, you might want to try these Frozen Potato Skins In Air Fryer, these delicious Frozen Pierogies In Air Fryer, and Frozen Jalapeno Poppers In Air Fryer.

the cooked air fryer taquitos stacked and served on a white plate

Why Make This Recipe

  • Fast – Air Fryer frozen taquitos cook faster than in the oven.
  • Healthier – air frying taquitos uses far less oil than deep frying. 
  • Finger Food – Taquitos are perfect for snacking or serving at a party. 
  • Kid-Friendly – Kids love these and they are easy enough for big kids to make on their own. 
  • Easy Mexican Food – great for Taco Tuesday, Cinco de Mayo, game day, and more as loved by the whole family.

Ingredient Notes

This recipe uses grocery store-bought frozen taquitos precooked and not thawed. are being cooked straight from frozen.

This method works for chicken taquitos, beef versions, cheese, homemade taquitos, vegetable versions, etc. Just use the best frozen taquitos that you can.

Ready to make these frozen taquitos in Air Fryer? Gather your ingredients, and I will show you…

How To Cook Frozen Taquitos In An Air Fryer

Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C.
  2. Remove the frozen taquitos from the package.
  3. Place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd them. They can touch, but don’t overlap. 
  4. Air fry for 5-7 minutes, until heated through and fully cooked and turning golden brown.
  5. Serve with sour cream and salsa, or your favorite dipping sauce. 
image collage showing the steps for making frozen taquitos in air fryer

Expert Tips 

  • The overall size of taquitos and the amount of filling can vary between brands, so watch closely the first time you make them and adjust the timing as needed. 
  • Don’t overlap the taquitos in air fryer basket. You may need to cook them in multiple batches. You’ll fit more in a square basket.
  • You may want to turn them over once half the time has passed or give the basket a shake to ensure they cook evenly.
  • For a crispier finish, spray with some cooking spray before cooking.
  • Air fryer temperatures can vary depending on the make and model. I recommend starting with less cooking time, checking for doneness, then adding more time as needed.

Delicious Variations

  • Look For Different Fillings – Taquitos are available in a variety of fillings. Try different ones to discover a new favorite. 
  • Make Air Fryer Flautas – Use frozen flautas (made with flour instead of corn tortilla) and follow this recipe.
  • Top Them Off – Top your cooked taquitos with extra cheese, shredded lettuce, salsa or even chili.
  • Dip Them – Taquitos and flautas are perfect for dipping. Here are a few of our favorite options:
a plate filled with the finished air fryer frozen taquitos

Make Ahead And Storage

  • Prep Ahead – The beauty of these is that you can go from freezer to table in just a few minutes, so there’s really no need to prep ahead of time.
  • Store – Leftovers should be stored in the fridge in an airtight container and eaten within 3 days.
  • Reheat – in the air fryer at 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C for 2 – 2 ½ minutes.

FAQs

What is a Taquito?

A taquito is made from a rolled-up tortilla filled with beef, chicken, pork, beans, or cheese, then pan-fried or deep-fried.

How Long To Cook Frozen Taquitos In Air Fryer?

This depends on the temperature. At about 400 degrees F / 204 degrees C it will take about 5-6 minutes. Thicker ones will take a little longer to cook.
It will also depend on if you want these softer (so cook less) or crisper (cook for longer).

What’s The Difference Between Taquitos and Flautas?

The difference between a taquito and a flauta is the tortilla. Taquitos are made with corn tortillas, while flautas are made with flour tortillas. Otherwise, they are essentially the same thing.

Can I Reheat Taquitos?

If you have leftovers, they can easily be reheated in the air fryer preheat to 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C and then cook for 2 – 2 ½ minutes.

Do You Need To Preheat The Air Fryer?

It definitely helps to Preheat the Air Fryer so that these cook evenly. Otherwise, they may end up cooked or burnt outside and uncooked inside. However, if you use a non preheated air fryer you will need to adjust the cooking time.

What Are Some Of The Best Brands Of Taquitos?

These will vary according to your taste, etc. Some brands to try are:
Trader Joes
Whole Foods

side view of the finished air fryer frozen taquitos on a white plate

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Serving Suggestions

Weight Watchers Points

There are 8 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

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top down view of the completed air fryer frozen taquitos ready to be served
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5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Frozen Taquitos

Take this tasty snack from freezer to table in under 5 minutes.
Cook Time5 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6
Calories: 230kcal
Author: Bintu Hardy

Ingredients

  • 12 frozen taquitos

Instructions

  • Pre-heat the air fryer to 400 degrees F / 204 degrees C.
  • Remove taquitos from the package.
  • Add taquitos to the Air Fryer basket making sure not to overcrowd them. They can touch, but don’t overlap them.
  • Fry for 5 minutes until heated through.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauces.
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Notes

  • The overall size of taquitos and the amount of filling can vary between brands, so watch closely the first time you make them and adjust the timing as needed. 
  • Don’t overlap the taquitos in air fryer basket. You may need to cook them in multiple batches. You’ll fit more in a square basket.
  • You may want to turn them over once half the time has passed or give the basket a shake to ensure they cook evenly.
  • For a crispier finish, spray with some cooking spray before cooking.
  • Air fryer temperatures can vary depending on the make and model. I recommend starting with less cooking time, checking for doneness, then adding more time as needed.
  • Storage – keep leftovers inside the fridge for 3 days.
  • There are 8 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 310mg | Fiber: 1g

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