Cooking Frozen Burrito In Air Fryer

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Making frozen burrito in air fryer is so quick and easy. Nicely crisp on the outside and perfectly cooked inside, air fryer frozen burrito is an ideal on-the-go meal for busy days and a simple weeknight lunch or dinner the whole family will love!

You’ll also love these Air Fryer Frozen Onion Rings and Air Fryer Frozen Corn Dogs.

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Mexican night just got a whole lot simpler, thanks to this recipe that shows you just how easy it is to make frozen burrito in air fryer!

If you’re anything like me, you probably have a few frozen burritos stashed away. And once you’ve cooked them in the air fryer, you’ll never want to make them any other way again.

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    Bonus that it involves no prep, no thawing, and is ready in less than 15 minutes. #winwin

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    Why Make Frozen Burrito in Air Fryer

    Using the air fryer means that your frozen burritos cook up nice and crispy on the outside and perfectly warmed through on the inside.

    They make a great weeknight dinner or easy lunch, and they’re the perfect addition to your game day party spread, especially when paired with easy air fryer frozen french fries, air fryer frozen chicken wings, and an assortment of dips.

    one cooked frozen burrito being removed from the air fryer with tongs.

    Why Make This Recipe

    • Quick and easy – simple and ready in less than 20 minutes.
    • Really crisp – these cook up perfectly in the air fryer.
    • Family-friendly – an easy and delicious meal the whole family will love!
    • Affordable – just grab that budget friendly pack of frozen burritos.
    • Customizable – add the toppings of your choice to make these your own.

    Ingredient Notes

    • This recipe uses store-bought frozen burritos, like El Monterey. Choose the brand and style you like best. Beef and bean burritos, bean and cheese, vegan burritos, and even breakfast burritos all work for this recipe.
    • Do not thaw! These are cooked straight from frozen.
    • No extra oil is used for cooking these.

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    So, are you ready to learn how to cook frozen burrito in air fryer? Then gather them up, and I will show you…

    How To Cook Frozen Burritos In An Air Fryer

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

    frozen burritos stacked on a plate and ready to be cooked.

    Step 1. Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C and remove the frozen burritos from the packaging.

    top down view of the uncooked burritos inside the air fryer basket.

    Step 2. Place frozen burritos inside the air fryer basket.

    the cooked burritos inside the air fryer basket.

    Step 3. Air fry at 12-15 minutes from frozen, making sure to flip a couple of times during cooking.

    close up view of the finished burritos with two cut in half to see the filling.

    Step 4. Remove from the air fryer, and if desired, serve with your favorite toppings and sides.

    Bintu’s Top Tips

    • For the best results, do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Allow space between the burritos so that the hot air circulates around all sides and they cook evenly and at the same rate.
    • If your air fryer is small, you may need to cook these in batches.
    • No extra oil is needed for this recipe.
    • Using tongs, gently turn the burritos over one time during cooking.
    • Air fryer temperatures can vary depending on the make and model. I recommend starting with less cook time, checking for doneness, then adding more time as needed.

    How To Make Frozen Burritos in Oven

    No air fryer? No problem! You can cook frozen burritos in the oven. Just follow these steps;

    • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F / 232 degrees C.
    • Remove the burrito from the packaging, place it on a baking sheet, and cook uncovered for 10 minutes.
    • Then, remove and wrap the burrito in foil. Return to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.
    cooked burritos stacked in a pyramid shape on a white plate.

    Storage

    • Don’t make ahead – I don’t recommend making these ahead of time. Cook and serve immediately, otherwise, they get soggy.

    FAQs

    How long to cook frozen burritos in an air fryer?

    How long to cook frozen burritos in an air fryer depends on the cooking temperature and how many burritos you are cooking. Based on a 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C temperature, you should cook your frozen burritos for 12-15 minutes.
    Smaller or larger burritos will need a little less or more time. If you are only cooking 1 burrito, then check for doneness at about 11 minutes.

    How to make sure the burritos are cooked?

    First, you want to make sure that you don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Do not stack them on top of each other. Instead, place them in a single layer with space between them so they cook evenly and at the same rate.
    I recommend using a digital meat thermometer to check for doneness. The internal temperature of frozen burritos should reach 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.

    Can you put frozen burritos in air fryer wrapped in foil?

    Yes! Unlike a microwave, it is safe to use foil in an air fryer. You can wrap a frozen burrito in foil or line the air fryer basket or tray with foil.

    How to make frozen burritos crispy?

    To make sure you get a nice crispy tortilla, allow enough room for the hot air to circulate around all sides of the burritos. Also, it’s important that you use tongs to turn them over a couple of times during the cooking time.
    While it is not necessary, some people like to lightly spritz them with olive oil or cooking spray to get an extra crispy finish.
    You can also air fry for a few minutes more if they don’t crisp up enough in the recommended time.

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    Toppings and Serving Suggestions

    Pair your air fried frozen burritos with any (or all!) of these tasty topping ideas and side dishes;

    Weight Watchers Points

    There are 10 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this, depending on the type of burrito used.

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    Air Fryer Frozen Burrito

    Making frozen burrito in air fryer is an easy lunch or dinner the whole family will love!
    Prep Time1 minute
    Cook Time18 minutes
    Total Time19 minutes
    Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
    Cuisine: American, Western
    Servings: 5
    Calories: 210kcal
    Author: Bintu Hardy

    Ingredients

    • 5 frozen burritos such as El Monterey

    Instructions

    • Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C.
    • Place frozen burritos in a single layer inside the air fryer basket.
    • Air fry at 12-15 minutes from frozen, making sure to flip a couple of times during the cooking process.
    • Add your favorite toppings and sides, serve, and enjoy!
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    Notes

    • For the best results, do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Allow space between the burritos so that the hot air circulates around all sides and they cook evenly and at the same rate.
    • If your air fryer is small, you may need to cook these in batches.
    • No extra oil is needed for this recipe.
    • Using tongs, gently turn the burritos over one time during cooking.
    • Air fryer temperatures can vary depending on the make and model. I recommend starting with less cook time, checking for doneness, then adding more time as needed.
    • Storage – keep frozen until ready to cook. It is not recommended to store a frozen burrito once it has been reheated.
    • Depending on the type of frozen burritos used, there are 10 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 260mg | Potassium: 92mg | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2mg

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      1. Wow, you posted how to cook a frozen Burrito in an Air Fryer too and now you think that you somehow are the only one who could create such an impeccable meal.

        Um no, get over yourself, jackass.

        I’m confused; you didn’t create anything and yet you are butt hurt over how to heat up a frozen Burrito…hahaha.

    2. 4 stars
      It does work, but don’t understand why I should have to flip something over in an air fryer? Isn’t that the purpose of an air fryer, to be able to cook all the way around equally?

    3. 5 stars
      Great way to use my airfryer. My son loves burritos and I will be showing him how to do it this way!

    4. 5 stars
      I had no idea you could cook frozen burritos in the air fryer! I typically just use a microwave to warm them up – I feel like this way will make them taste a lot better heated up! Can’t wait to try this soon!

    5. 5 stars
      Never thought about doing this in my air fryer! My frozen burrito came out perfectly cooked with a toasty tortilla 🙂