Crispy Chicken Flautas (25 Minutes)

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Chicken flautas are a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish that are perfect for a quick dinner or appetizer. Flautas are essentially rolled-up tortillas filled with seasoned chicken, then fried until crispy. They are typically served with a side of guacamole, salsa, and sour cream for dipping. Yum!

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4–5 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8–10 small flour tortillas
  • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cooked and shredded
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup black beans
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, onion, bell pepper, black beans, cheese, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Warm up the tortillas in the microwave for about 20 seconds to make them more pliable.
  4. Scoop about 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, then tightly roll up the tortilla around the filling.
  5. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the rolled-up tortillas seam-side down in the skillet, making sure they don’t touch each other.
  6. Fry the flautas for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy all over.
  7. Using tongs, remove the flautas from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain off any excess oil.
  8. Serve the chicken flautas hot with your favorite dipping sauces.

Notes

If you don’t want to cook your own chicken ahead of time, feel free to grab a rotisserie chicken from your local grocery store and use that. Or if chicken isn’t your thing, you can easily swap in shredded beef or pork as well. I’ve found that these flautas make a great party snack or appetizer and can even be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven for a quick meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 342 calories
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 590mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 57mg

Pair this with...

Homemade Tortilla Chips

Grab some store-bought corn tortillas and cut each one into 6 or 8 wedges. Heat up about an inch of vegetable or canola oil in a large frying pan until it's shimmering, but not smoking. Carefully drop the tortilla wedges into the hot oil in batches, so they don't overlap. Fry them until they're golden brown, which will take about 2-3 minutes per side. Once they're perfectly crispy, use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. While they're still warm, sprinkle a bit of salt over the top. There you go!

Homemade Salsa

To start, grab about 5 ripe tomatoes. You want them juicy but firm. Dice them up and toss them into a mixing bowl. Add a finely chopped red onion for some bite and crunch. Now, for that classic spicy kick, chop up a jalapeño (or two if you're brave). Remember, the seeds and white parts are the spiciest, so adjust to your liking. Squeeze the juice of a lime over your mixture for that zesty zing. Toss in a good handful of freshly chopped cilantro; it gives salsa its signature flavor. Sprinkle in some salt and give everything a good stir. If you've got a garlic clove lying around, mince it and mix it in for an extra layer of flavor. Let it sit for a bit to let the flavors meld together and enjoy!

Black Bean and Corn Salad

Start by draining and rinsing a can of black beans, then combine it with a cup of sweet corn (frozen and thawed works great, or fresh off the cob). Dice up a ripe tomato, a red pepper, and a red onion for some juicy crunch. For that herbal freshness, chop up a handful of cilantro and toss it in. Mix everything in a large bowl and give it a good stir. For dressing, squeeze the juice of one lime, drizzle a bit of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Mix it all up, and voila!

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