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Crispy Chipotle Chicken Flautas

Crispy Chipotle Chicken Flautas

  • Author: Anthony
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 flautas 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy Chipotle Chicken Flautas combine tender shredded chicken infused with smoky chipotle spices wrapped in crispy corn tortillas. This flavorful and crunchy dish can be baked or pan-fried to golden perfection, making it an ideal appetizer, snack, or main meal. Enjoy a perfect balance of smoky heat, zesty lime, and fresh cilantro in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken Filling

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo (natural), chopped
  • 4 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (natural)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup plant-based cheese, shredded (optional)

Assembly and Cooking

  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Optional garnishes: extra fresh cilantro, lime wedges, plant-based sour cream
  • Natural gelling agent (optional, for extra crunch)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken Filling: Cook the chicken breasts until tender, then shred finely with two forks. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped smoked turkey bacon until lightly crisp. Add garlic powder and onion powder and cook until fragrant. Stir in shredded chicken, chipotle peppers in adobo, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, lime juice, and fresh cilantro. Mix well and simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
  2. Assemble the Flautas: Warm corn tortillas in a dry pan or microwave to make them pliable. Place a spoonful of the chipotle chicken mixture onto the center of each tortilla. Add a sprinkle of plant-based cheese if using. Roll each tortilla tightly to encase the filling, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
  3. Cook to Crispy Perfection: Lightly brush each rolled flauta with olive oil. Arrange on a parchment-lined baking tray and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through, or pan-fry in olive oil until each side is golden brown and crispy. Optionally, include a small amount of natural gelling agent in the filling for extra crunch.
  4. Serve and Enjoy: Remove toothpicks before serving. Garnish with extra chopped cilantro, a squeeze of fresh lime juice, or a dollop of plant-based sour cream for contrast. Serve warm and enjoy crispy, smoky, and spicy flautas.

Notes

  • Warm the tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking.
  • Do not overstuff the flautas to keep them intact and crisp.
  • Brushing with olive oil helps achieve a crunchy texture.
  • Fresh cilantro brightens the flavors.
  • Prepare the chicken filling one day ahead to deepen the flavors.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 flautas
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: chipotle chicken flautas, crispy chicken flautas, spicy chicken appetizer, baked flautas, gluten free flautas

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