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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos Recipe with Easy Fresh Salsa Verde

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These crispy air fryer chicken taquitos are a quick, easy, and healthier alternative to deep-fried taquitos, paired perfectly with a fresh, tangy salsa verde.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 8–10 small corn tortillas (6-inch size)
  • Cooking spray or a light brush of vegetable oil
  • 5–6 medium tomatillos, husked and rinsed
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped white onion
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken with cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  2. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 15 seconds each side or wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20 seconds to keep them pliable.
  3. Lay a tortilla flat and place about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture near one edge. Roll tightly but gently to avoid tearing. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  5. Lightly spray or brush each taquito with cooking oil. Arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each.
  6. Air fry for 8 minutes, then carefully flip each taquito. Cook for an additional 6-8 minutes until crisp and golden, totaling 14-16 minutes.
  7. While taquitos cook, combine tomatillos, jalapeño, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth but slightly textured. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Remove taquitos from the air fryer, let cool for a minute or two, then serve with fresh salsa verde.

Notes

Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking. Lightly spray taquitos with oil for a golden crunch. Flip halfway through cooking for even crispiness. Salsa verde can be made ahead and stored refrigerated for up to 3 days. Taquitos can be frozen before cooking and cooked from frozen with extra air frying time.

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