Chicken Flautas with Spicy Avocado Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken Flautas with Spicy Avocado Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Ripe Avocados, Peeled And Pitted; 1/2 Lemon, Juiced; 1/4 cups Yellow Onion, Chopped; 6 Tablespoons Fresh Cilantro; 1 clove Garlic; 1 Jalapeno, Stem And Seeds Removed, Chopped; 2 Tablespoons Water; Kosher Salt To Taste; 2 Large Chicken Breasts With Skin And Bones; 24 Corn Tortillas; 24 Toothpicks; 1/2 cups Vegetable Oil, For Frying; Shredded Lettuce, Pico De Gaillo, Cotija Cheese, Sour Cream And Hot Sauce

Servings: persons

2 Ripe Avocados, Peeled And Pitted
1/2 Lemon, Juiced
1/4 cups Yellow Onion, Chopped
6 Tablespoons Fresh Cilantro
1 clove Garlic
1 Jalapeno, Stem And Seeds Removed, Chopped
2 Tablespoons Water
Kosher Salt To Taste
2 Large Chicken Breasts With Skin And Bones
24 Corn Tortillas
24 Toothpicks
1/2 cups Vegetable Oil, For Frying
Shredded Lettuce, Pico De Gaillo, Cotija Cheese, Sour Cream And Hot Sauce

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For the spicy avocado sauce: Combine the listed ingredients in the jar of a blender and puree until it is really smooth.
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Season to taste with additional kosher salt.
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Chill until ready to use.
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For the flautas: Fill a large pot with salted water and add the chicken breasts.
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Bring to a boil then boil the chicken breasts until they are cooked through, about 20 minutes.
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Remove the chicken from the pot of water and let it cool until you can handle it comfortably.
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Remove the skin and bones and shred the meat with a fork.
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Set it aside and use the chicken broth for something else.
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Now roll 2 tablespoons of chicken into a corn tortilla until it is a tight cigar.
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Use a toothpick to secure the cigar.
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When they are all rolled up, prepare the oil.
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In a large heavy skillet, heat 1/4 inch of oil over medium heat.
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Add the flautas 4-5 at a time and cook them until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides, turning them as they cook.
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Remove the cooked flautas using tongs, and place on a paper towel lined plate.
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Continue to cook the rest of the flautas, adding more oil as needed.
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Remove the toothpicks after you have fried them.
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Thats it!
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Serve the flautas hot on a platter with a bowl of avocado sauce for dipping.
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Or you could serve them over a bed of shredded lettuce with cotija, salsa and sour cream with the avocado sauce over the top.

880

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Ripe Avocados, Peeled And Pitted, 1/2 Lemon, Juiced, 1/4 cups Yellow Onion, Chopped, 6 Tablespoons Fresh Cilantro, and more.

Yes, Chicken Flautas with Spicy Avocado Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Flautas with Spicy Avocado Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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