Crispy Chicken Flautas
Indulge in these crispy chicken flautas, a delightful combination of tender chicken and zesty spices wrapped in golden corn tortillas. Perfect for any gathering, these savory treats are sure to impress your guests and keep everyone coming back for more. Serve them hot with salsa or guacamole for an unforgettable flavor experience that will turn any meal into a celebration.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 5 servings (10 flautas) 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 10 medium-sized corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup Mexican blend cheese, shredded
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 cups)
Instructions
- Boil the chicken breasts in water for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Shred once cool enough to handle.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, chopped cilantro, cumin, chili powder, and cheese; mix well.
- Warm tortillas on a skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side until pliable.
- Place a spoonful of the filling on each tortilla, roll tightly, and secure with a toothpick if needed.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (medium-high heat). Fry flautas seam-side down for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with salsa or guacamole.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 flautas (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg