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Easy Chicken Flautas

These Easy Chicken Flautas are a delightful and healthy spin on a classic dish, featuring tender shredded chicken and a creamy filling wrapped in crispy tortillas.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients
  • 2 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Packed with protein.
  • 1 cup Cream Cheese Provides richness and creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor with health benefits.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Adds a warm and earthy flavor.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Season according to preference.
Wrapper Ingredients
  • 10-12 pieces Corn Tortillas Gluten-free and lower in calories.
  • as needed tablespoons Oil Used for frying or brushing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
  2. Heat the corn tortillas in a skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side to make them pliable.
  3. Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla and roll tightly.
Cooking
  1. If pan-frying, heat a generous amount of oil in a skillet and carefully fry the rolled flautas until golden brown and crispy.
  2. For baking, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C), place the flautas on a baking sheet, brush lightly with oil, and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  3. For air frying, preheat it to 375°F (190°C), arrange the flautas in the basket, and cook for 10-12 minutes until crispy.
  4. Serve the flautas hot with your favorite toppings.

Notes

For a healthier option, prepare flautas in bulk and freeze them. Reheat in the oven or air fryer. Consider adding black beans for extra protein. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.