Flautas

Flautas - flour tortillas filled with tender meat, cheese, salsa, and then fried (or air-fried) to crispy golden perfection! Great appetizer, dinner and even freezer friendly.

📝 Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 4 oz can chopped green chilies (drained)
• 1 Tablespoon taco seasoning
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 12 small tortillas
• Oil for frying

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Fill a large skillet with about 1 inch of oil. Heat over medium high heat, until about 360º F.
2. 2In a bowl mix together chicken, green chilies, taco seasoning, salsa, and cheese until evenly combined.
3. 3Heat flour tortillas in a towel, for 45 seconds or until they are warm and don't crack when you fold them.
4. 4Fill each tortilla with about 1/4 cup of filling, spreading into a thin layer. Roll up and place seam side down on a plate or baking dish.
5. 5Place 4-5 rolled tortillas into the hot oil and cook for 4-5 minutes, turning to make sure they are evenly golden brown.
6. 6Remove and place them on a paper towel lined plate to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.