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Chicken Flautas Recipe

Crispy, golden-brown rolled tortillas filled with a savory shredded chicken mixture and topped with fresh garnishes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups shredded chicken cooked
  • 1/2 cup onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
Assembly and Toppings
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup queso fresco crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Medium skillet
  • Deep skillet

Method
 

Cooking the Filling
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a medium skillet over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in the chicken, tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook for 5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
Assembling and Frying
  1. Warm corn tortillas until pliable.
  2. Place 2 tablespoons of filling in each tortilla and roll tightly, securing with a toothpick.
  3. Heat vegetable oil to 350°F in a deep skillet.
  4. Fry flautas seam-side down for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Drain on paper towels, remove toothpicks, and top with lettuce, sour cream, queso fresco, and cilantro before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep toppings separate. Freeze uncooked flautas for up to 3 months.