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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!

Our La Costeña Green Salsa is the ideal choice for Salsas! 

This makes it the perfect option for when you're in need of a quick fix without compromising on flavor!

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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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