Jul 09 2026
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Chicken Flauta Recipe

Inspired by Rosita's Place
Time50m
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Filling

Tortillas and Assembly

Frying

Dipping and Garnishes

Method

Filling

  1. 1

    Mix the filling

    In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly combined.

  2. 2

    Brighten and season

    Stir in fresh lime juice. Taste and adjust salt or lime as needed.

Tortillas and Assembly

  1. 3

    Softening tortillas

    Lightly brush both sides of each tortilla with the 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and warm in a dry skillet about 30 seconds per side to soften. Alternatively wrap in a damp towel and microwave 20-30 seconds.

  2. 4

    Fill and roll

    Place about 2-3 tablespoons of filling on the edge of each tortilla. Roll tightly into a flute shape, securing with a toothpick if needed.

Frying

  1. 5

    Heat oil and fry

    In a deep skillet, heat the frying oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Fry the flautas in batches, turning as needed, until golden brown and crisp, about 2-3 minutes per side.

  2. 6

    Drain

    Transfer fried flautas to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Dipping and Garnishes

  1. 7

    Serve hot

    Arrange flautas on a platter and serve with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole. Garnish with lime wedges as desired.

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