Chicken and Cheese Flautas
Crispy, cheesy, and bursting with flavor, these Chicken and Cheese Flautas are the ultimate Tex-Mex comfort food! Rolled in warm corn tortillas and filled with a creamy mixture of shredded chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, diced green chilies, and a bold blend of spices like cumin and chili powder, each flauta delivers a perfectly seasoned crunch with every bite. Fried to golden-brown perfection, these flautas make for an irresistible appetizer, party snack, or even a fun weeknight dinner. Serve them with classic dips like guacamole, sour cream, or salsa for a crowd-pleasing dish that's sure to disappear in minutes. Quick to prepare and utterly satisfying, this easy recipe will become a go-to for family gatherings and taco night celebrations.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded) Cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup (shredded) Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 can (4 ounces, diced) Green chilies
- 10 pieces Corn tortillas
- 1 cup (for frying) Vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, ground cumin, chili powder, and green chilies. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Step 2
Warm the corn tortillas in a microwave or on a skillet to make them pliable and less likely to crack when rolled.
Step 3
Place 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken and cheese mixture onto one end of a tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly and secure the seam side down with a toothpick if necessary.
Step 4
Repeat the rolling process for all tortillas and filling until you have prepared 10 flautas.
Step 5
In a large skillet or deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil's readiness by dropping a small piece of tortilla into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
Step 6
Carefully place 2-3 flautas in the hot oil, seam side down, and fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Turn them occasionally for even frying.
Step 7
Remove the cooked flautas from the oil using tongs and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining flautas.
Step 8
Serve the flautas hot with your favorite toppings or dips, such as guacamole, sour cream, salsa, or pico de gallo.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1451.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4418.9 |
| Total Fat 318.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 82.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 136.1g | |
| Cholesterol 518.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1638.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 242.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 36.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.7g | |
| Protein 178.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1291.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1432.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories