Description
Indulge in the irresistible taste of Chicken Flautas, a delightful dish that your family will adore! These crispy rolled tortillas are filled with a flavorful blend of spiced chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty salsa. Perfect for weeknight dinners, parties, or as tasty snacks, these flautas are easy to prepare and customizable to satisfy any palate. Whether you choose to fry or bake them, the result is a deliciously crispy exterior that’s sure to impress. Plus, they can be made in advance and frozen for busy days. Experience the joy of homemade Chicken Flautas that are not just meal-worthy but also perfect for sharing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup Monterrey Jack cheese
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 12–14 medium flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Vegetable oil (optional for frying)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 4 oz. can mild chopped green chiles
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 tsp EACH ground cumin, garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp EACH onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt
- Cayenne pepper or hot sauce to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together salsa, sour cream, green chiles, and spices.
- Add shredded chicken and cheeses; stir until combined.
- Soften tortillas by microwaving them wrapped in a damp paper towel.
- Place about 3 tablespoons of filling on each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Cook in a frying pan with oil or bake in the oven until golden and crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flauta (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg