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Deep-Fried Chicken Flautas with Refried Beans and Green Salsa

Deep-Fried Chicken Flautas with Refried Beans and Green Salsa
Deep-Fried Chicken Flautas with Refried Beans and Green Salsa
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Deep-Fried Chicken Flautas with Refried Beans and Green Salsa

Chicken flautas are a delightful fusion of tender chicken enveloped in crispy tortillas. Elevate them with your preferred toppings to create a fantastic appetizer, snack, or incorporate them into a meal with complementary dishes.

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35 mins

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Dinner

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Recipe Ingredients

  • icon-toma1.5 lb shredded chicken breast
  • icon-toma1/2 white onion, minced
  • icon-toma1 garlic clove, minced
  • icon-toma2 tomatoes, finely diced
  • icon-toma12 corn tortillas
  • icon-toma1 cup sour cream
  • icon-toma1 cup queso fresco or grated cheese
  • icon-toma1 cup shredded lettuce
  • icon-toma1 can sliced jalapeños La Costeña
  • icon-tomajar Salsa Verde La Costeña
  • icon-tomaCooking oil as needed
  • icon-tomaSalt and pepper to taste

Step 1:

Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the chicken. Drain and shred.

Step 2:

Add a teaspoon of cooking oil to a large skillet and sauté the onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3:

Add the tomato, cook for 1 more minute and incorporate the shredded chicken. Stir well and cook for 3-4 minutes.

Step 4:

Taste and season with salt and pepper.

Step 5:

Fill each tortilla with a scoop of chicken filling and roll tightly. Use toothpicks to keep the rolled tortillas tight.

Step 6:

Heat cooking oil in a deep skillet or saucepan, Alternatively, use a deep fryer or an air-fryer.

Step 7:

Fry the flautas until crispy. Pat dry with a paper towel and serve three on each plate.

Step 8:

Drizzle with sour cream, sprinkle with cheese, and top with lettuce and jalapeño slices.

Step 9:

Drizzle with Salsa Verde La Costeña and enjoy!

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Pati Jinich

Born and raised in Mexico City, Pati is host of the 3x James Beard Award-winning PBS television series “Pati’s Mexican Table” and the PBS primetime docuseries “La Frontera.” She is resident chef at the Mexican Cultural Institute in Washington, D.C., and a cookbook author.

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