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Are you wondering how to cook frozen burritos in an air fryer? Air fried burritos have a slightly crispy, flaky outside with a tender piping hot inside. We absolutely love to air fry frozen burritos.

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How to Air Fry Frozen Burritos in a Ninja Foodi

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When we shared our Low Carb Freezer Breakfast Burritos a while back, a few of our YouTube Community members commented and told us that they enjoyed reheating frozen burritos in atraditional air fryerORNinja Foodi using the air crisp feature. I was immediately intrigued! Mainly because air frying a frozen burrito requires a LOT more time than reheating it in the microwave. However, folks shared that the results were ah-mazing so I knew I had to try it.

Air Frying Frozen Burritos

I tested both our homemade low carb freezer burritos AND store bought frozen bean and cheese burritos. The results were incredible! The air fryer creates such a great texture. The outside of the burrito is crispy and flaky while the inside is tender. We will definitely be using this method to cook frozen burritos when we have the time. I love having options!

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Notes on How to Cook Frozen Burritos in an Air Fryer

  • You can use a traditional air fryerORNinja Foodi using the air crisp feature to reheat frozen burritos.
  • We use this method to reheat our Low Carb Freezer Breakfast Burritos.
  • If you are using our freezer burritos, remove the paper towels from the burritos before wrapping in foil.
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  • As with any of our recipes, carb counts, calorie counts andnutritionalinformation varies greatly. As a result, yournutritionalcontent depends on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish.The auto-calculation is just an automated estimate and should NOT be used for specific dietary needs.
  • All air fryers cook differently, so cooking times are always a basic guideline. Recipes should always be tested first in your own unit and time adjusted as needed.
  • Always use caution when using an air fryer. Food will be extremely hot.

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How to Cook Frozen Burritos in Air Fryer

Are you wondering how to cook frozen burritos in an air fryer? Air fried burritos have a slightly crispy, flaky outside with a tender piping hot inside. We absolutely love to air fry frozen burritos.

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Course: Breakfast, lunch

Cuisine: air fryer

Keyword: Air Crisp Burrito, Air Fryer Burrito

Prep Time: 1 minute minute

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 2

Calories: 412kcal

Author: Cris

Ingredients

  • 2 frozen burritos breakfast or lunch burrito

Instructions

  • Wrap each burrito in foil.

  • Place burritos in air fryer basket.

  • Cook burritos at 360 for 15 minutes.

  • Carefully flip burritos and cook at 360 for another 15 minutes.

  • Carefully remove the burritos from the air fryer. They will be VERY hot.

Notes

  • You can use a traditional air fryerORNinja Foodi using the air crisp feature to reheat frozen burritos.
  • We use this method to reheat our Low Carb Freezer Breakfast Burritos.
  • If you are using our freezer burritos, remove the paper towels from the burritos before wrapping in foil.
  • Looking for more recipes? OurRecipe Findercan help you find exactly what you need.
  • Check out all our favorite recommendations for cookbooks,slowcookers and low carb essentials in ourAmazon Influencer Shop.
  • As with any of our recipes, carb counts, calorie counts andnutritionalinformation varies greatly. As a result, yournutritionalcontent depends on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish.The auto-calculation is just an automated estimate and should NOT be used for specific dietary needs.
  • All air fryers cook differently, so cooking times are always a basic guideline. Recipes should always be tested first in your own unit and time adjusted as needed.
  • Always use caution when using an air fryer. Food will be extremely hot.
  • Readers have noted you may want to vent the foil by cutting a few slits in the foil.

Nutrition

Calories: 412kcal

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  1. How to Cook Frozen Burritos in an Air Fryer - Recipes That Crock! (10)John says

    Favorite part: “Sunday mornings before church…” Love that!

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  2. How to Cook Frozen Burritos in an Air Fryer - Recipes That Crock! (11)Kay says

    I would recommend maybe venting the tinfoil. I tried this method and when I unfolded the end of the tinfoil the entire contents of the burrito exploded out the end at me and caused burns.

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    • How to Cook Frozen Burritos in an Air Fryer - Recipes That Crock! (12)Cris says

      How to Cook Frozen Burritos in an Air Fryer - Recipes That Crock! (13)
      Hi Kay- I have added your note to the recipe card. We have never had that happen, however, as we mentioned, food will be extremely hot, so using an abundance of caution is always a good thing.

  3. How to Cook Frozen Burritos in an Air Fryer - Recipes That Crock! (14)Rob says

    How to Cook Frozen Burritos in an Air Fryer - Recipes That Crock! (15)
    The burrito came out great but unfortunately I lost half of the tortilla due to sticking to the foil. I would recommend using a foil that has non stick spray built in or just spraying the foil before wrapping the burrito.
    The side that did come out was crispy and delicious, the meat inside was cooked and juicy.

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    • How to Cook Frozen Burritos in an Air Fryer - Recipes That Crock! (16)Aunt Lou says

      How to Cook Frozen Burritos in an Air Fryer - Recipes That Crock! (17)
      I’m sorry to hear you lost part of your tortilla Rob! That sounds like a great idea to make sure that doesn’t happen again. I’m glad the other side was crispy and delicious!

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FAQs

How long to heat a burrito in an air fryer? ›

STEP ONE: Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F. STEP TWO: Place your burrito in the air fryer basket and reheat for 2-3 minutes. You may need to reheat thicker burritos for 1-2 minutes more. If your burrito looks a little dry, mist it with a little oil using an EVO mister.

How to make frozen burritos crunchy? ›

Yes, an air fryer can be a great alternative to deep-frying frozen burritos. Preheat your air fryer to around 375°F (190°C) and place the frozen burritos in a single layer in the basket of the air fryer. Cook for approximately 10 to 12 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are crispy and heated through.

How do you heat up frozen burritos? ›

Microwave for 2-4 minutes or until they're heated all the way through. Oven or Toaster: Alternatively, place the burritos in a toaster oven and bake at 375ºF for 20 minutes or until heated all the way through. Air Fryer: Preheat your Air Fryer to 400°F. Place frozen burritos into the air fryer.

Can I put foil in an air fryer? ›

Foil is safe to use in an air fryer so long as you follow three basic rules: never let foil touch the heating element; make sure the foil is weighted so it doesn't blow around the basket; and avoid contact with acidic ingredients, which can cause the foil to leach onto your food.

What temperature is a burrito done? ›

TEMPERATURE OF BURRITO FILLING MUST REACH 165°F OR ABOVE. LET STAND 1 MINUTE BEFORE EATING. FOR FOOD SAFETY AND QUALITY, INTERNAL PRODUCT TEMPERATURE MUST REACH 165°F. SINCE OVENS VARY, COOKING TIMES MAY REQUIRE ADJUSTING.

Can you air fry a burrito in foil? ›

We have found that wrapping our burritos in foil before air frying them yields the best results. It lets the tortilla warm-up but still stay that soft, chewy texture we love.

What not to put in frozen burrito? ›

INGREDIENTS TO AVOID: Avocado or non-cheese dairy, like sour cream. These ingredients will not freeze and reheat well. Instead, add those to the top after you reheat your burritos!

Why are my frozen burritos soggy? ›

Unfortunately, a common problem with homemade frozen burritos is their soggy texture after they are thawed. This sogginess is caused by excess moisture, typically from naturally watery ingredients such as tomatoes, vegetables that haven't been strained, or even too much sauce.

How do you cook a frozen burrito in an Airfryer? ›

Preheat air fryer to 400° Fahrenheit. Once air fryer is preheated, remove basket and lightly spray basket with cooking oil. Place frozen burrito in air fryer basket, seam-side down, and return basket to air fryer. Air fry burrito 5 minutes.

What's the difference between a frozen burrito and a chimichanga? ›

Some ingredient differences are common in chimichangas, like more meat, and less rice, but those are more norms than requirements. Deep frying is 100% what makes a burrito into a chimichanga.

Can you cook frozen in air fryer? ›

Can I use my air fryer for frozen food? The answer to this question is, yes – anything is possible with these magical machines. We all know the hassle of waiting for something to defrost before you can cook it, but with an air fryer, you can simply pop the item inside, in its frozen state, and start cooking.

Can I wrap a burrito in aluminum foil in an air fryer? ›

Follow these simple steps to enjoy the perfect air fryer frozen burritos: Keep the burritos wrapped in aluminum foil. If heating multiple burritos at once, space them apart to allow air to circulate. Place the basket in air fryer.

How to cook a frozen burger in an air fryer? ›

To make delicious frozen burgers in the air fryer, cook at 350° for 8-10 minutes. You may need to adjust the cook time depending on the size and thickness of your burger. It is best to use a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should be 160°.

How long to preheat an air fryer? ›

Much like with ovens, smaller air fryers will preheat faster than larger ones. So, while a small air fryer can preheat in two to three minutes, you may want to go for four to give minutes of preheating time in a larger air fryer.

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