Air Fryer Breakfast Taquitos

Ready in about 20 minutes.

Updated 7 September 2026

Crunchy rolled tortillas stuffed with scrambled egg, cheese and chorizo. The air fryer crisps them to a shatter without deep frying, perfect for dunking in salsa or guacamole.

Ingredients

  • 8 small tortillas
  • 4 eggs, scrambled
  • 80 g cheddar, grated
  • 100 g cooked chorizo or sausage
  • 2 spring onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • Salt and pepper

Method

  1. 1Mix the scrambled egg, cheese, chorizo and onion together.
  2. 2Warm the tortillas so they roll without cracking.
  3. 3Spoon filling along each tortilla and roll up tightly.
  4. 4Preheat the air fryer to 200°C/400°F and brush the taquitos with oil.
  5. 5Cook seam-side down for 4 minutes, flip, then 3-5 minutes until crisp.
  6. 6Ensure the filling reaches 71°C/160°F and serve with salsa.

Tips for the best results

  • Place seam-side down first so they seal shut.
  • Warm tortillas roll without splitting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What temperature and time for air fryer breakfast taquitos?+

Cook at 200°C / 400°F for 7-9 min, flip halfway.

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