Chicken Flautas
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Prep time
10
m
Total time
26
m
Yields
8
Servings
Chicken Flautas are a classic Mexican favorite made with seasoned shredded chicken rolled in La Campera 4″ white corn mini tortillas and cooked until crisp and golden. Easy to prepare and perfect for any meal, these crispy chicken flautas are ideal for serving with fresh toppings like lettuce, crema, salsa, or cheese.
Ingredients
1
Cup
1 cup of tomatoes, seeded and diced
1/4
Cup
1/4 cup white onion, chopped
11/4
Cup
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1
Tsp.
1 teaspoon of serrano pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 1/2
Tsp.
1 1/2 tablespoons of lime juice
1/4
Tsp.
1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt
1/8
Tsp.
1/8 teaspoon of ground black pepper
1
1 package of Campera White Corn Table Tortillas
1/2
Cup (4 Oz.)
1/2 cup of cooking oil
1 1/4
Cups
1 1/4 cups of cooked, shredded chicken
1/4
Tsp.
1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper
3/4
Cup
3/4 cup of cream
1
Cup
1 cup of queso fresco, crumbled
La Campera White Corn Mini Taco Tortillas
Directions
Step
1
Pico de Gallo: In a medium bowl combine tomatoes, onion, serrano chile, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix and set aside
Step
2
Heat tortillas for 1 minute or until slightly soft (you can use the microwave or a comal)
Step
3
Fill each tortilla with approximately 3-4 tablespoons of chicken.
Step
4
Roll up each tortilla and secure with a toothpick; set aside.
Step
5
Heat ½ cup oil in a medium skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes. Fry 5 flautas until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
Step
6
Transfer the flautas to a napkin using a pair of tongs. Remove the chopsticks before serving.
Step
7
Serve each serving with about 2 tablespoons of crema, 3 tablespoons of Fresco cheese, and 3 tablespoons of pico de gallo.
What are chicken flautas made of?
Chicken flautas are made with corn tortillas filled with shredded chicken, then rolled and fried until crispy. This version is topped with crema, queso fresco, and a fresh tomato, onion, cilantro, and serrano mixture.
Are chicken flautas made with corn or flour tortillas?
These chicken flautas are made with white corn tortillas, which help create a traditional texture and flavor.
What kind of chicken should I use for chicken flautas?
Cooked, shredded chicken works best for chicken flautas. You can use homemade shredded chicken or leftover cooked chicken for a quick meal.
How do you keep chicken flautas from cracking?
Corn tortillas are less likely to crack when they are warmed before rolling. Warming the tortillas makes them more flexible and easier to fill and roll.
What toppings go well with chicken flautas?
Popular toppings for chicken flautas include crema, queso fresco, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and lime juice. A little serrano pepper can also add fresh heat.
What is the best oil for frying chicken flautas?
A nuetral cooking oil works well for frying chicken flautas because it helps the tortillas turn crisp without overpowering the flavor.
Chicken flautas pair well with Mexican rice, beans salsa, guacamole, or a simple salad. They also work well as an appetizer or party dish.
Flautas and taquitos are similar because both are rolled and fried. The name often depends on regional preference, but flautas are commonly associated with a longer rolled shape.
