Best 2 Easy Chicken Flautas Recipes

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In the realm of Mexican cuisine, chicken flautas stand as a symphony of flavors, a harmonious blend of crispy tortillas, succulent chicken, and a vibrant array of fillings. These delightful treats are a testament to the culinary artistry of Mexico, capturing the essence of traditional Mexican flavors in a single bite.

Our journey into the world of chicken flautas begins with a selection of recipes that cater to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions. Whether you're a seasoned home cook seeking to recreate the authentic taste of Mexican street food or a novice cook looking for an easy-to-follow guide, we have a recipe that will ignite your taste buds and leave you craving more.

For those who appreciate the classics, our traditional chicken flautas recipe stays true to the original flavor profile. Tender chicken is marinated in a blend of Mexican spices, then shredded and rolled into crispy corn tortillas. Served with a dollop of guacamole, sour cream, and a drizzle of salsa, these flautas embody the essence of Mexican street food.

For those with a penchant for spicy cuisine, our spicy chicken flautas recipe takes the heat up a notch. The chicken is marinated in a fiery blend of chili peppers, garlic, and cumin, resulting in a tantalizing combination of heat and flavor. Paired with a cooling avocado crema, these flautas are sure to set your taste buds ablaze.

For those seeking a healthier alternative, our baked chicken flautas offer a guilt-free indulgence. The chicken is baked until tender and juicy, then rolled into whole-wheat tortillas and baked to perfection. Drizzled with a tangy tomatillo salsa, these flautas are a delightful combination of crispy and wholesome.

And for those with dietary restrictions, our gluten-free chicken flautas provide a delicious option that caters to those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities. Using gluten-free tortillas and a cornmeal coating, these flautas are a crispy and flavorful treat that everyone can enjoy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY CHICKEN FLAUTAS



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Rolled tacos; these are the best. I learned how to make them and my husband loved them.

Provided by Starla Barnes

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Wraps and Rolls

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup minced onion
¼ cup chopped black olives
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon oil
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups cooked shredded chicken
8 flour tortillas
oil for frying, or as needed
toothpicks

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; stir flour into butter until smooth. Add onion to flour-butter mixture; cook and stir until onion is softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Mix black olives, lemon juice, oil, paprika, black pepper, and salt into onion mixture; cook and stir until heated through, about 2 minutes. Stir chicken into mixture and remove skillet from heat and cover.
  • Heat oil in a large, heavy saucepan or deep-fryer.
  • Fill tortillas with chicken mixture. Roll tortilla around filling and secure with a toothpick.
  • Fry the rolled tortillas, working in batches, in the hot oil until browned, about 2 minutes. Transfer fried tortillas to a paper towel-lined plate using a slotted spoon or tongs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 366.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

EASY CHICKEN FLAUTAS



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If you have leftover chicken, these flautas are a snap to make! They taste so good, and the ingredients can be varied to suit your taste. They are baked instead of fried, but still turn out crispy. I like to serve them with sour cream, salsa and guacamole for dipping. Try them, you'll like them!

Provided by Martha Price

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 and 1/2 c leftover cooked chicken, shredded
6 oz cream cheese
1 c shredded monterey jack cheese
1/3 c your favorite salsa
1/4 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
salt and pepper to taste
10 - 12 flour tortillas (the smaller soft taco size)
salsa, sour cream, and/or guacamole for dipping (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees.
  • 2. Combine chicken, cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, salsa, cumin, chili powder and salt and pepper in a medium-sized bowl. Mix together well.
  • 3. Evenly distribute chicken mixture down center of each tortilla. Roll each filled tortilla up tightly.
  • 4. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • 5. Placed rolled tortillas evenly spaced on baking sheet, seam-side down. Spray tortillas generously with cooking spray.
  • 6. Bake for 10 - 12 minutes, or until tortillas become golden brown.

Tips:

  • To make the flautas easier to roll, use slightly thawed chicken breasts. You can also use leftover cooked chicken, shredded.
  • Make sure the filling is not too wet, or the flautas will be difficult to roll and will fall apart.
  • If you don't have a tortilla press, you can use a rolling pin to flatten the tortillas.
  • To prevent the flautas from sticking together, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • For a crispy flauta, fry them in hot oil until golden brown. You can also bake them in the oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for about 20 minutes, or until crispy.
  • Serve the flautas with your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, sour cream, salsa, or Pico de Gallo.

Conclusion:

Chicken flautas are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they're also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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