Quick & Easy Chicken Flautas

Quick & Easy Chicken Flautas

12 servings
These Chicken Flautas are a quick and easy dinner recipe that only take 10 minutes to prepare! This flautas recipe uses canned chicken (no one will ever know your secret!), dried seasonings, cream cheese, salsa, and shredded cheese for a fast dinner that everyone will love. 

Ingredients

  • chicken

    drained & flaked

    2 cans
  • cream cheese

    softened

    6 oz
  • salsa
    ⅓ c
  • shredded cheese

    any variety

    1 c
  • cumin
    ¼ tsp
  • garlic powder
    ¼ tsp
  • onion powder
    ¼ tsp
  • chili powder
    ¼ tsp
  • 8" flour tortillas
    12

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat oven to 400°. Prepare a cookie sheet by lining with parchment paper or tin foil, or you can spray the pan with cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Combine drained and flaked chicken, cream cheese, salsa, cheese, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder into a mixing bowl. Stir together until well combined.

  3. 3

    Spread 3 tablespoons (a large spoonful) of chicken mixture onto a tortilla. Roll up tightly and place seam side down on a cookie sheet. Repeat with remaining tortillas. *If you use smaller tortillas then you won't need the full 3 tablespoons of filling, so adjust accordingly.

  4. 4

    Spray the tops of the flautas with cooking spray. Don't soak them but you want them to have a decent coating of cooking spray so they will get really brown and crispy. I also like to sprinkle some kosher salt on top of the sprayed flautas, but this is totally optional.

  5. 5

    Bake for 18-20 minutes or until they reach desired crispness that you want. Let cool for about 5-10 minutes before serving so the filling can cool and come together. Serve with dips of your choice (sour cream, salsa, guacamole).

Quick & Easy Chicken Flautas

Quick & Easy Chicken Flautas

4.5(67)30 min12 servings218 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a satisfying dinner that's incredibly fast and tastes homemade? These Quick & Easy Chicken Flautas are your answer, delivering big flavor with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights. You'll be amazed at how quickly you can get a delicious meal on the table.

What makes this recipe truly special is its lightning-fast 10-minute prep time, largely thanks to the clever use of canned chicken. This secret ingredient, combined with softened cream cheese, savory salsa, and a blend of classic Tex-Mex seasonings like cumin and chili powder, creates a creamy, flavorful filling that truly shines.

Get ready for a delightful sensory experience. You can expect crispy flour tortillas enveloping a rich, savory, and wonderfully cheesy chicken filling. The seasonings—cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder—infuse the canned chicken with depth, while the cream cheese and shredded cheese ensure every bite is lusciously smooth. This is a fast, approachable dinner that doesn't compromise on taste, with each serving coming in at a modest 218 calories.

Feel free to customize these flautas to your liking. The recipe calls for "any variety" of shredded cheese, so choose your favorite, whether it's Monterey Jack, cheddar, or a Mexican blend. You can also experiment with different levels of salsa spiciness, from mild to hot, to match your family's preference.

These Quick & Easy Chicken Flautas are ideal for a casual family dinner or a fun gathering. They make a fantastic main course on their own or can be served alongside your favorite dipping sauces.

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