Can taquitos be made in the air fryer?

Yes, buffalo chicken taquitos can be made in the air fryer! Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees and air fry them for 7 to 10 minutes.

What are chicken taquitos made of?

Chicken taquitos are typically made of shredded chicken that has been seasoned with spices and mixed with cheese and other ingredients. The mixture is then rolled into a tortilla and fried until crispy. Some recipes also include vegetables such as onions and peppers. The taquitos are usually served with a dipping sauce such as salsa or guacamole.

How does Weight Watchers work?

Each recipe or food has a Smart Points value. This is calculated using calories, saturated fat, protein, and sugar. It is best to stay away from foods that are loaded with saturated fat and sugar on the plan because those foods are higher in points. When you register with Weight Watchers you are given a daily set of points to target based on your age, gender, height, and activity level. Think of it as an easier way to track your macros.

Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Taquitos

Name: Baked Bufffalo Chicken Taquitos
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 oz low fat cream cheese, softened; ⅛ cup buffalo sauce; 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken; 1/4 cup of fat-free cheddar; 12 6" flour tortillas (my favorite brand is La Banderita); SAUCE:; Fat-free Ranch Dressing

Description

Buffalo Chicken Taquitos is one of my popular recipes on this site and it has been for a very long time! It’s basically a taquito with buffalo chicken dip in the middle of it.

Ingredients

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3 oz low fat cream cheese, softened
⅛ cup buffalo sauce
2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
1/4 cup of fat-free cheddar
12 6" flour tortillas (my favorite brand is La Banderita)
SAUCE:
Fat-free Ranch Dressing

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, buffalo sauce, chicken, and cheddar until well combined.
Place 2-3 Tablespoons of mixture spread into a thin line onto the center of a flour tortilla. Roll them up.
Place on a lightly greased cookie sheet and repeat for remaining taquitos.
Once taquitos are arranged on cookie sheet, lightly spray the tops with cooking spray.
Bake at 425 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until taquitos are golden brown.
Serving size: 1 taquito
Garnish the taquitos with ranch dressing or use for dipping.

Notes

My WW Personal Points: 2 Click here to see in recipe builder (will have to log in)

Points will vary depending on what brand tortilla you use. See notes above for different options.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taquito
Calories: 148
Sugar: .04
Fat: 8.06
Saturated Fat: 2.58
Carbohydrates: 8.32
Fiber: 4
Protein: 13.65