Crispy Flautas Recipe

Name: Crispy Flautas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 onion, finely diced; 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix; 3/4 cup water; 1 (10 ounce) package corn tortillas (such as Ortega(R)); 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese; 1 cup salsa; 24 toothpicks; 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 onion, finely diced
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
3/4 cup water
1 (10 ounce) package corn tortillas (such as Ortega(R))
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup salsa
24 toothpicks
2 cups vegetable oil for frying

1
Heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the bell pepper and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high and stir in the chicken breast. Cook and stir until the chicken breast is no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. Shred the chicken using two forks. Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer until the liquid has evaporated, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Stir in the Cheddar cheese, then remove from heat, and set aside.
2
Lightly brush each corn tortilla will a layer of salsa. Spread about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture in a line along the bottom edge of the tortilla. Tightly roll the tortilla into a cylinder, and secure the ends with one or two toothpicks. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
3
Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a large skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
4
Fry the flautas in the preheated oil, no more than 4 at a time, until golden and crisp, about 4 minutes. Drain the flautas on a paper towel-lined plate. Discard toothpicks and top finished flautas with remaining salsa.

1346

kcal

Calories

131

Fat

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped, 1/2 onion, finely diced, 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Crispy Flautas falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Crispy Flautas

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