Crispy Chicken Flautas with Salsa Verde
These chicken flautas, rolled tortillas filled with tender shredded chicken and fried to golden perfection, make an irresistible, crispy dish. Paired with a homemade salsa verde and topped with lettuce, onions, crema, and queso fresco, these flautas offer a delicious, authentic flavor. Follow the steps below to prepare this crowd-pleaser, perfect for any gathering or weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the Flautas
3 ½ cups shredded chicken
20 corn tortillas (see notes on tortilla type below)
Vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Salsa Verde
1 lb tomatillos, quartered
3 jalapeño or serrano chilies, seeded and cut into chunks
1 medium onion, quartered
1 small bunch of cilantro
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 Tbsp powdered chicken bouillon
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
Salt, to taste
For Toppings
Shredded lettuce
Chopped onions
Mexican cream or sour cream (as needed)
Queso fresco or any cheese of your choice
Making the Salsa Verde
Prepare Ingredients for Boiling
In a saucepan, combine the tomatillos, onion, and chilies. Pour in enough water to slightly cover the ingredients, and bring it to a simmer. Allow it to cook for about 10 minutes or until the tomatillos are soft and the vegetables are cooked through.
Blend the Ingredients
Carefully transfer the cooked ingredients into a blender along with 1 cup of the cooking water. Add the garlic cloves and cilantro, and blend the mixture until smooth.
Cook the Salsa Verde
In a separate saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Pour in the blended tomatillo mixture, then season it with chicken bouillon, salt, and a pinch of pepper to taste. Let the salsa simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly. Adjust the seasoning if necessary and remove from heat to allow it to cool to room temperature.
Making the Flautas
Warm the Tortillas
In a dry skillet or on a griddle, warm each corn tortilla just enough to make them pliable without breaking. This step is crucial for preventing the tortillas from cracking when rolled.
Assemble the Flautas
Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Place a small amount of shredded chicken along one side of the tortilla, then roll it tightly into a tube shape. Place it seam-side down to prevent it from unrolling, or secure it with a toothpick if necessary. Repeat the process with each tortilla until all are filled and rolled.
Fry the Flautas
