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Crispy baked chili lime chicken taquitos with fresh salsa and lettuce on a white plate. Perfect for quick and flavorful appetizers or snacks.

Flautas

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course dinner recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 428 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Oil for frying
  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 4 ounces chopped green chilis drained
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 12 small flour tortillas

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a large skillet to 360°F, enough to cover the flautas about halfway.
  • Combine the shredded chicken, green chilis, taco seasoning, salsa, and cheddar cheese in a bowl.
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  • Warm the tortillas in the microwave, wrapped in a towel, for about 45 seconds, until pliable.
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  • Distribute approximately 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and secure with a toothpick if necessary.
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  • Fry the flautas in batches, turning occasionally, until evenly golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
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Nutrition

Calories: 428kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 29gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 918mgFiber: 3g
Keyword appetizer, chicken, dinner recipes, flautas
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