Savory Chicken Flautas
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of chicken flautas, a delightful Mexican snack that combines tender, seasoned chicken with gooey cheese, all wrapped in crispy corn tortillas. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these flautas are easy to make and deliciously customizable. Serve them warm with zesty salsa and creamy sour cream for an unforgettable treat that will have your taste buds dancing!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 10 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 cups)
- Sour cream and salsa for serving
Instructions
- Cook chicken breasts in a skillet over medium heat until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Shred while warm.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken with cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place a generous amount of the chicken mixture on each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, and roll tightly.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry flautas seam-side down until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve warm with sour cream and salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg