Low Fat Chicken Flautas

Satisfy your craving for crispy, savory Mexican-inspired fare with these Low Fat Chicken Flautas, a lighter twist on a classic favorite. Packed with tender shredded chicken simmered in low-sodium chicken broth and seasoned with a bold blend of cumin, chili powder, and garlic, these flautas deliver big flavor without the guilt. Stuffed into pliable corn tortillas alongside reduced-fat cheddar and baked to golden, crunchy perfection, they're a healthier alternative to fried versions. Perfect for a family dinner or party appetizer, these oven-baked flautas are ready in under an hour and pair beautifully with fresh salsa and a garnish of cilantro. Healthy, flavorful, and easy to make, this recipe checks all the boxes for a satisfying yet guilt-free meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
• 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 12 small corn tortillas
• 1 as needed cooking spray
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup salsa

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly spray it with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the chicken breast and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until the chicken is fully cooked and tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the chicken from the broth and let it cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, shred the chicken using two forks.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, ground cumin, and diced green chilies. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the spices.

Step 5

Heat the corn tortillas a few at a time in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 20-30 seconds on each side to make them pliable.

Step 6

Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto the center of each tortilla, followed by a sprinkle of reduced-fat cheddar cheese.

Step 7

Roll each tortilla tightly into a flauta and place them seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

Lightly spray the tops of the flautas with cooking spray to help them become crispy in the oven.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with salsa on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1480.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2189.4

Total Fat 75.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 556.5mg	0%
Sodium 3006.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.1g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 223.9g	0%

Vitamin D 74.0IU	0%
Calcium 2096.7mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 2655.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.3%

Protein: 40.1%

Carbs: 29.6%