Description
Recreate the crispy, juicy taste of Taco Bell’s chicken crispanada with this healthier, convenient air fryer recipe. Enjoy golden, crunchy tortillas filled with a flavorful mix of shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar, and classic spices—all made quickly at home with less oil and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
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Filling Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or finely chopped
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 tbsp hot sauce
Assembly Ingredients
- 4–6 flour tortillas (6–8 inch size)
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until a creamy and well-seasoned filling forms, ready to be wrapped.
- Assemble the Crispanadas: Lay flour tortillas flat. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto one half of each tortilla. Fold tortillas to form a half-moon shape and press edges firmly to seal, using a fork to crimp for an extra secure seal.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 3-5 minutes to ensure even cooking from the start.
- Prepare for Air Frying: Lightly spray both sides of each sealed crispanada with olive oil spray to help create a golden, crispy exterior without deep frying.
- Air Fry to Perfection: Place crispanadas in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space for air circulation. Cook for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. Adjust time as needed based on your air fryer model.
- Cool and Serve: Remove crispanadas carefully and allow to cool for 1-2 minutes to let filling set. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces or toppings.
Notes
- Use Cold Filling: Chilling the filling slightly before assembling helps prevent spilling during cooking.
- Don’t Overfill: Avoid packing too much filling to prevent cracking or leakage.
- Secure Edges Well: Use a fork to firmly press the edges to keep filling inside.
- Oil Spray is Key: Lightly spraying both sides crisps the tortillas evenly without excess oil.
- Flip Midway: Turning halfway through cooking ensures even browning on both sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crispanada
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg