Description
Crispy Chicken Flautas with Guacamole Salsa are a must-try comfort food that combines golden, crunchy tortillas filled with savory shredded chicken and a fresh, zesty guacamole salsa. Perfect for game nights or family gatherings, these flautas are easy to make and packed with flavor. Impress your guests with this delightful dish that’s sure to become a household favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 flour tortillas (6-inch)
- 1/4 cup olive oil (for frying)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Cook the chicken in a pot of simmering water for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Shred while warm.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Roll the seasoned chicken into each tortilla tightly and secure ends if necessary.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry flautas seam-side down for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- For guacamole salsa, mash avocados and combine with diced tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Serve flautas with guacamole salsa as a dip or topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 flautas (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - Customize flautas by swapping chicken for shredded beef or beans for a vegetarian option. - Ensure oil is hot enough (around 350°F) for maximum crispiness. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the oven.