Chicken Flautas
Crispy chicken flautas filled with seasoned shredded chicken and melted cheese, fried to golden perfection, and perfect for dipping.
Servings 12 servings
Calories 158kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups chicken - cooked, shredded
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese - shredded (or cheddar cheese)
- 3 tablespoons cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup salsa thick style
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 12 small flour tortillas
Tallow, for frying (you can also use lard or cooking oil)
Instructions
- Mix the shredded chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, salsa, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and salt in a medium bowl until evenly combined.
- Heat the tortillas in the microwave for about 20–30 seconds - this makes them soft and pliable for rolling. (I prefer using a tortilla warmer - with the tortillas sandwiched between 2 damp paper towels inside)
- Portion approximately 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture in a line across the lower third of each tortilla.
- Roll tightly and place seam-side down on a plate while you finish assembling the rest.
- Heat the tallow in a large skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F. (it should melt down and be about 1” deep)
- Carefully place 3–4 flautas seam-side down into the hot tallow. Fry for 2–3 minutes per side, turning as needed, until golden brown and crisp.
- Transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel to drain, and continue frying in batches.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 158kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 422mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 0.3mg | Net Carbohydrates: 1g