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A top-down view of a white plate holding golden-brown, deep-fried Crispy Chicken Flautas (Fried Rolled Tacos), with one cut in half revealing the filling, garnished with fresh green herbs and served next to a small square dish of red salsa.

Crispy Chicken Flautas (Fried Rolled Tacos) Recipe

Shake up your Taco Tuesday with this Crispy Chicken Flautas (Fried Rolled Tacos) Recipe! Crispy, deep-fried, and perfect for a quick family dinner or game day snack.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 -10
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Chicken skinless chicken breasts (cut into small pieces)
  • 4 tbsp Chicken Stock for initial sauté + 2/3 cup (for taco seasoning simmer)
Aromatics & Seasonings:
  • ½ cup yellow onion chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh garlic minced
  • Pinch of kosher salt approx. 1/4 tsp
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix
Assembly & Frying:
  • 8 to 10 flour tortillas 8-inch round
  • Mexican blend shredded cheese ~1 tbsp per taco
  • Toothpicks to secure rolls
  • Canola oil or preferred frying oil
To Serve:
  • Salsa and sour cream

Method
 

  1. Cook the Chicken Filling
  2. Sauté the chicken: In a skillet over medium heat (setting around 5), add 4 tablespoons of chicken stock, the diced chicken breast, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  3. Add seasoning: Add 1 packet of taco seasoning and 2/3 cup of chicken stock. Stir well.
  4. Simmer: Continue cooking over medium heat for about 4–5 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce and thicken until it coats the chicken nicely. Turn heat to low to keep warm.
  5. Assemble the Rolled Tacos
  6. Lay out an 8-inch flour tortilla.
  7. Place a generous scoop of the chicken filling across the tortilla and top with about 1 tablespoon of shredded Mexican blend cheese.
  8. Roll the tortilla tightly, tucking in the ends to seal in the filling and crunch.
  9. Secure the rolled taco with a toothpick to keep it closed while frying. Repeat for 8–10 tacos.
  10. Fry to Golden Perfection
  11. Heat canola oil in a deep pan/skillet over medium-high heat (around setting 7).
  12. Gently lay the rolled tacos into the hot oil.
  13. Fry for about 2 to 3 minutes, turning as needed until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy on all sides.
  14. Remove from oil and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
  15. Serve
  16. Important: Remove all toothpicks before serving.
  17. Serve hot with sour cream and salsa on the side.

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