Whether it’s game day, snack time, or dinner with a crunchy twist, these golden chicken flautas wrapped in warm tortillas and seared to crisp perfection are the ultimate comfort food. Rolled tight, packed with juicy filling, and perfect for dipping, they’re crispy on the outside, savory on the inside, and endlessly snackable.
Ingredients:
For the Filling:
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2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
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1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Oaxaca cheese
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1/4 cup finely chopped onion
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1/2 tsp chili powder
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Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Flautas:
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8–10 flour tortillas (or corn, if preferred)
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Toothpicks (to hold rolls in place while frying)
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Neutral oil for frying or searing
For Serving (Optional but Encouraged):
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Guacamole or sliced avocado
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Mexican crema or sour cream
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Salsa verde or roja
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Fresh cilantro
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Lime wedges
Instructions:
Prepare the Filling:
In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, cheese, onion, cumin, chili powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper until well combined.
Assemble the Flautas:
Slightly warm the tortillas so they’re pliable. Add 2–3 tablespoons of filling to one edge of each tortilla and roll tightly. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
Cook the Flautas:
Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, place the flautas seam-side down and sear for 2–3 minutes per side, rotating until all sides are golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
Serve:
Remove toothpicks and pile high on a platter. Serve hot with guac, crema, salsa, cilantro, and lime wedges for dipping and drizzling.
Crispy, cheesy, and craveable, these pan-fried flautas are a golden hour snack everyone can get behind. Serve them as a party app or a weeknight dinner — just be ready for them to disappear fast.
