Description
Crispy Chicken Flautas filled with seasoned chicken, creamy cheese, and spices, perfect for family gatherings or quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cheese (such as cheddar or Monterey Jack), grated
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 10-12 corn tortillas
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine shredded chicken, cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
- Warm the tortillas in a skillet until pliable.
- Place a spoonful of filling on each tortilla and roll them tightly.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the flautas until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve with your choice of salsa or guacamole.
Notes
Use fresh tortillas for the best flavor and texture. Consider using sugar substitutes for people with diabetes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg