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Chicken Flautas of Your Dreams

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These flautas combine crispy tortillas with savory, shredded chicken for a delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Customize and enjoy!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, for sautéing onion
  • 1 medium onion, diced very finely
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (use 1/2 teaspoon if using table salt)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced very finely
  • 1 pound rotisserie chicken, shredded (about 4 cups)
  • 2 cups vegetable oil, for frying (enough to reach 1-inch high)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, for rubbing on tortillas
  • 30 corn tortillas
  • 1/4 cup corn starch
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons water, enough to create a glue-like paste
  • 12 ounces salsa verde, homemade or store-bought
  • 2 small avocados (or one large)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
  • 2 teaspoons roasted chicken Better than Bouillon
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/2 cup water, plus an extra 1/2 cup for desired thinness
  • 1 jalapeno, optional for added spiciness
  • Crema Mexicana, or sour cream
  • Queso Fresco cheese, crumbled (cotija or feta are good substitutes)
  • Pico de Gallo
  • Shredded lettuce, optional
  • Cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  • Sauté onion with spices until translucent.
  • Add garlic and chicken, heat through.
  • Preheat oil to 375°F for frying.
  • Oil tortillas and microwave to soften.
  • Create starch paste to seal flautas.
  • Fill and roll each tortilla tightly.
  • Fry flautas until golden, keeping them warm.

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Notes

Ensure tortillas are well-oiled and warm to prevent cracking.
Maintain oil temperature for optimal crispness.
Roll and fry in small batches to avoid sogginess.

  • Author: Thomas
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer/Entree
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 465
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg