High Protein Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Taquitos

When you need a quick, high-protein lunch, our easy Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos are the perfect choice! Each crispy taquito contains 35g of protein from a combination of creamy cottage cheese and juicy chicken breast, making this a macro tracker’s dream lunch!

Admittedly, I was super late to the air fryer trend. But once I finally pulled the trigger and got one, I’ve used it nearly daily! These Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are just one of the recipes that I love making in the air fryer – you just cannot beat the convenience, speed, and taste that an air fryer provides. Try these taquitos and you’ll see why!

Speaking of taquitos, if you want a more traditional option, check out our Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos recipe.

3 Reasons to Try Buffalo Chicken Taquitos in the Air Fryer

1. It’s a 10-minute meal. Lunchtime is usually crunch time. We need quick, fast, and efficient meals that we can take on the go. These Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are the perfect 10-minute lunch to fill you up and keep you moving without derailing your day.
2. 35g of protein each. For those who prioritize protein, this recipe is a dream. It’ll probably be the easiest 35 grams of protein you’ll eat in a day.
3. They’re exploding with flavor. I’m a sucker for anything Buffalo-flavored. There’s just something about the mixture of spicy Buffalo sauce and cool, creamy cottage cheese that strikes the perfect balance of flavors.

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“FHM Buffalo Chicken Taquitos”

Lunch · Serves 3

High Protein Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Taquitos

★★★★★5.0 from 2 ratings

Packed with protein and ready in 10 minutes, these Buffalo Chicken Taquitos qill quickly become a lunchtime favorite!

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223 calories

35g protein

22g carbs

6g fat

50% protein · 31% carbs · 19% fat

15.7g protein per 100 cal

Prep

2 mins

Cook

8 mins

Total

7 mins

Ingredients

• 3 Low-carb tortillas I used Mission Carb Balance
• 1 12.5 oz can Lean chicken breast
• 1/2 cup Low-fat cottage cheese I used Good Culture
• 1/4 cup Buffalo sauce
• 1 tbsp Dry ranch seasoning mix

Equipment

• Air fryer
• Small Mixing Bowl
• Mixing spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Can Opener

Instructions

1. Preheat air fryer to 375 degrees.

2. In a small mixing bowl, mix chicken, cottage cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch seasoning until well combined.

3. Spread evenly across 3 tortillas.

4. Tightly roll the tortillas.

5. Place the tortillas seam side down in your prepared air fryer.

6. Air fry at 375 degrees for 8-10 mins or until brown and crispy.

7. Enjoy!

Tami’s notes

Serving size = 1 taquito

Nutrition

Per serving: Calories 223kcal · Protein 35g · Carbs 22g · Fat 6g · Fiber 15g

Nutrition is an estimate and will vary with the brands and amounts you use.