Chicken Flautas
Chicken Flautas are crispy rolled tortillas filled with seasoned shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and flavorful spices. Baked or fried until golden, they make a delicious meal, appetizer, or party favorite served with fresh toppings and dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 small flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for brushing if baking)
- Shredded lettuce (optional topping)
- Diced tomatoes (optional topping)
- Sour cream (optional topping)
- Guacamole (optional topping)
- Salsa (optional topping)
- Crumbled queso fresco (optional topping)
- Fresh cilantro (optional topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) if baking.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix until the filling is evenly combined.
- Warm the tortillas briefly to make them more flexible.
- Place 2 to 3 tablespoons of filling near one edge of each tortilla.
- Roll each tortilla tightly around the filling.
- Place the flautas seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush the tops lightly with vegetable oil.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Alternatively, fry in hot oil for 2 to 3 minutes per side until crisp and golden.
- Drain on paper towels if frying.
- Serve with your favorite toppings and dipping sauces.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken works well for a quick and easy filling.
- For extra crispiness, cook the flautas in an air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicier version.
- Assemble the flautas ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to cook.
- Freeze cooked or uncooked flautas for up to 3 months.
- Serve with Mexican rice, beans, guacamole, or salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 flautas
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
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