Description
These Air Fryer Southwest Chicken Burritos are a quick and easy meal packed with flavorful shredded rotisserie chicken, creamy cheese, black beans, corn, and fresh pico de gallo. Air frying crisps up the tortillas perfectly, making them golden and delicious with minimal oil. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, room temperature
- 1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15.25 ounces) sweet corn, drained
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup fresh pico de gallo
Assembly and Garnishes
- 6 flour tortillas, burrito size
- Cooking spray
- Sour cream, for garnish
- Pico de gallo, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for cooking the burritos evenly and getting the tortillas crispy.
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded rotisserie chicken, cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, black beans, sweet corn, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, and fresh pico de gallo. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated forming a creamy, flavorful mixture.
- Assemble the burritos: Place one burrito-sized flour tortilla on a flat surface. Scoop approximately 1 cup of the filling mixture into the center of the tortilla. Fold in the sides over the filling, then starting at the bottom, roll tightly up to enclose the filling completely, ensuring the burrito stays secure and doesn’t unravel during cooking.
- Prepare for air frying: Lightly spray the outside of each burrito with cooking spray. This will help the tortilla crisp up beautifully in the air fryer.
- Start air frying: Place the burritos in the preheated air fryer basket or tray without overcrowding them. Air fry for 5 minutes at 400°F. The exact number depends on the size of your air fryer, so cook in batches if necessary.
- Flip and continue air frying: Carefully flip each burrito over, spray the other side with cooking spray, and air fry for an additional 5 minutes until the tortillas are golden and crispy on all sides.
- Serve: Remove the burritos from the air fryer and serve immediately while warm. Garnish with additional fresh pico de gallo and a dollop of sour cream for a fresh, creamy finish.
Notes
- You can substitute rotisserie chicken with cooked shredded chicken breast if preferred.
- Ensure tortillas are burrito-size for proper wrapping and filling capacity.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to maintain even cooking and crispiness.
- Adjust cooking time slightly depending on the size and model of your air fryer.
- For a spicier kick, add jalapeños or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper to the filling.
