Recipe 15: Oven-Baked Chicken Flautas
- DCW
- Dec 21, 2025
- 2 min read
🌮 Oven-Baked Chicken Flautas
Serves: 4–6
Total Time: ~35 minutes
Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor — these flautas skip the fryer but keep all the crunch. They’re brushed (or sprayed) with oil before baking, giving you that perfect crispy texture without the mess. Serve them with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for dipping!
🧂 Ingredients
2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie works great)
½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
¼ cup salsa or enchilada sauce
1 tsp taco seasoning or a pinch each of cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder
8–10 small flour or corn tortillas
Cooking spray or light olive oil for crisping
Optional: chopped onions, jalapeños, or cilantro for extra flavor
👩🍳 Directions
🔹 1. Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).Line a baking sheet with parchment or a silicone mat.
🔹 2. Make the Filling
In a medium bowl, combine:
Shredded chicken
Cheese
Salsa or enchilada sauce
Seasoning (and any optional add-ins)
Mix until everything is evenly coated.
🔹 3. Roll the Flautas
Warm tortillas slightly in the microwave (about 15 seconds) to make them flexible.
Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of filling near one edge of each tortilla.
Roll tightly and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
🔹 4. Crisp Them Up
Lightly spray or brush the tops with cooking oil.
Sprinkle a little taco seasoning or paprika on top for color (optional).
Bake for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway through if you want even browning.
They’re done when golden brown and crisp on the edges.
🔹 5. Serve
Serve hot with:
Sour cream or Greek yogurt
Guacamole
Salsa or hot sauce
🛒 Shopping List
Protein
Cooked chicken (rotisserie, leftovers, or boiled and shredded)
Dairy
Shredded cheese
Sour cream (optional for serving)
Pantry
Tortillas
Salsa or enchilada sauce
Taco seasoning or spices
Cooking oil or spray
⭐ Pro Tip: If you’ve got an air fryer, pop them in at 390°F for 7–9 minutes instead — ultra crispy and quick!
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