Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Air Fryer Southwest Chicken Burritos, an ideal meal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. These burritos are filled with tender shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and a medley of colorful vegetables, all wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Cooking them in the air fryer not only provides a delightful crunch but also cuts down on excess oil, making these burritos a healthier option. With just a few simple ingredients and quick preparation time, you can enjoy a satisfying, flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for meal prep or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 6 flour tortillas (burrito size)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, black beans, sweet corn, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, and pico de gallo.
- Take one tortilla and scoop about 1 cup of the filling into its center. Fold in the sides and roll tightly.
- Spray the outside of each burrito with cooking spray to enhance crispiness.
- Place the burritos in the air fryer and cook for 5 minutes. Flip them over, spray again, and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve warm with pico de gallo and sour cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito (about 180g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg