Description
Easy Chicken Flautas are a delicious blend of crispy corn tortillas filled with tender, seasoned chicken. These flavorful bites are perfect for any occasion, whether as an appetizer or a main dish. With their satisfying crunch and customizable toppings, they promise to be a crowd-pleaser at your next family gathering or casual dinner. Enjoy the nostalgia of taco night with this simple recipe that brings smiles around the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 10 corn tortillas
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Oil for frying (approximately 1 cup)
- ½ cup sour cream (for topping)
- 1 cup pico de gallo (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
- Roast seasoned chicken in a baking dish for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before shredding.
- Warm tortillas slightly to prevent cracking, then roll shredded chicken tightly in each tortilla.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry flautas seam-side down for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve topped with sour cream and pico de gallo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 flautas (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg