Description
Crispy baked chicken flautas filled with seasoned shredded chicken wrapped in corn tortillas, baked to golden perfection, and served with fresh toppings for a delicious and healthier Mexican-inspired meal.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Filling
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Assembly
- 10 small corn tortillas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking spray
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons sliced black olives (optional)
- Fresh lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Warm the Tortillas: Lightly warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for a few seconds on each side or wrap them in a damp towel and microwave for 30 seconds until pliable. This prevents cracking when rolling.
- Roll the Flautas: Place about 2 tablespoons of the chicken filling along the center of each tortilla. Tightly roll up the tortilla around the filling, tucking in the sides slightly to enclose the filling fully.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the rolled flautas seam side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush or spray them with olive oil evenly to encourage browning and crispiness.
- Bake the Flautas: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the flautas for 15 to 20 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through to ensure even baking.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Remove the flautas from the oven and let cool slightly. Top with diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, shredded lettuce, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and olives if desired. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over.
Notes
- To make this dish gluten-free, ensure the corn tortillas you use are certified gluten-free.
- For extra crispiness, lightly brush the flautas with vegetable or avocado oil instead of olive oil.
- Leftover flautas can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the oven to retain crispiness.
- For added spice, serve with salsa or hot sauce on the side.
- If you prefer, substitute cooked shredded chicken with shredded turkey or beef.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
