Creamy Chicken Flautas

Flautas are a Mexican restaurant favorite, and this creamy chicken version is our favorite! Made with rotisserie chicken, two types of cheese, green enchilada sauce, and fresh cilantro, they're an easy, delicious dinner idea the whole family will love!

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Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 30

Servings:

Calories: 314kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

12 flour tortillas 7 inch
3 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 10 ounce can Green Chile Enchilada Sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 8 ounce package cream cheese
2 cups shredded cheese
1/4 cup minced cilantro
Oil for frying

Instructions

In a large skillet, combine chicken, enchilada sauce, garlic powder, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring regularly.
Add cream cheese and stir until fully incorporated, then mix in shredded cheese.
Remove from heat and stir in minced cilantro.
Fill each tortilla with approximately 1/4 cup chicken mixture, then roll and secure with a toothpick.
Heat enough oil to cover about 1/2 inch of the pan. Once oil is heated to 350°, begin adding flautas in batches.
Fry until golden brown on all sides, using metal tongs to flip as needed.
Remove from oil onto a paper towel-lined plate.
Add toppings as desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Recipe variations:

Substitute any type of meat for the chicken
Use red enchilada sauce in place of green
Omit cream cheese for a more traditional flauta
Add minced jalapeño or poblano peppers
Use 3/4 cup of your favorite salsa in place of the enchilada sauce
Add additional seasonings such as cumin, chili powder, or coriander
Bake flautas on a rimmed baking wheet at 425° for 15-20 minutes instead of frying them

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