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