Baked Chicken Flautas

Baked Chicken Flautas

Flauta is the Mexican word for 'flute' and usually refers to a large flour tortilla filled and rolled tightly before being deep fried. This version uses a smaller tortilla and healthier-for-you baking to make a delicious and economical dinner. 

  

Our entire family is crazy about these. The melted cheese and lightly seasoned chicken within a crunchy tortilla is delicious and can be served with a variety of accompaniments and sides. 

Baked Chicken Flautas

Printable Recipe

Hands-On Time: 15 minutes

Ready In: 1 hour 30 minutes

Serves: 6

Cost Per Serving: 1.00 

Ingredients:

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

2 cups water

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon salt

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

12 6-inch round flour tortillas

Cooking oil spray

For serving:

Sour cream

Shredded lettuce

Salsa 

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

2. Put chicken in a small skillet and sprinkle with cumin and garlic. Add water and simmer until chicken is tender and falls apart easily, about 1 hour.

3. Shred or chop chicken finely and add cheese. Toss to combine.

4. Add chicken and cheese to the center of each tortilla and roll up. Place, seam side down, on a baking sheet and spray lightly with cooking oi.

5. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve with sour cream, shredded lettuce and salsa.