Reheating burritos in an air fryer takes just 3-5 minutes at 180°C (350°F), giving you crispy tortillas without drying out the filling. This method outperforms microwaves by restoring texture while keeping ingredients moist – perfect for meal prep leftovers or next-day lunches.
Air fryers circulate hot air rapidly, crisping the tortilla while gently warming the fillings. Unlike microwaves that create soggy spots, air frying evenly reheats burritos from fridge or freezer. The results rival freshly made ones, especially when you follow our air fryer recipes for optimal settings.
This technique works for all burrito types – breakfast, bean, or beef. Just adjust timing slightly for larger or denser fillings. For frozen burritos, add 1-2 minutes to the standard reheating time. Explore our beef burrito recipes if you need inspiration for your next batch.
Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (350°F) for 3 minutes. Place burritos in the basket in a single layer, leaving space between them. Cook for 3-5 minutes, flipping halfway for even crispness. For extra crunch, spritz lightly with oil before cooking.
The sweet spot for reheating burritos in air fryer is 180°C (350°F). This temperature crisps the exterior without burning while thoroughly heating fillings. Smaller burritos take 3 minutes, standard ones need 4-5 minutes. Always check internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F) for food safety.
Refer to our air fryer conversion chart if your model uses different temperature units. For multiple burritos, increase time by 1-2 minutes and shake the basket midway. Frozen burritos require 6-8 minutes at the same temperature.
To retain moisture, wrap burritos in foil for the first half of cooking, then uncover to crisp. Alternatively, place a small oven-safe dish of water in the air fryer basket. This steam method works brilliantly for chicken burritos prone to drying out.
For restaurant-quality reheating, brush tortillas lightly with oil or butter before air frying. Add fresh toppings like cheese or salsa in the last minute of cooking. Always let burritos rest 1 minute after reheating – this redistributes heat evenly through the filling.
Clean your air fryer regularly with our recommended cleaning solutions to maintain performance. Store leftover burritos properly in airtight containers – they’ll reheat better when not dried out in the fridge. For breakfast burritos, consider adding a fresh egg after reheating.
If burritos unroll during cooking, secure with toothpicks or rewrap in fresh tortilla. For soggy results, increase temperature by 10°C next time. Burritos burning? Reduce time by 30-second intervals until perfect. Every air fryer model varies slightly – keep notes for your ideal settings.
