These crispy chicken flautas are really simple to make and very very tasty. They make an excellent spicy appetizer, and are perfect finger food. Serve them at your next fiesta and you're guaranteed to spice things up.
1small rotisserie chickenskin removed and finely shredded
1cupsalsa
¼cupcilantrofinely chopped
1cupcheddaror mexican blend shredded cheese
2limesjuiced
saltto taste
12corn tortillasor small flour
for the crema:
1avocadovery ripe, pitted and flesh removed
½cupsour cream
1limejuiced
saltto taste
Instructions
to make the flautas:
In a heavy bottomed skillet, heat the butter over medium heat and sautee the onion and jalapeno until they begin to soften, about 4 - 5 minutes.
Stir in the garlic and cook for about 2 more minutes, then stir in the cumin and cayenne.
Add the chicken and the salsa, mix well to combine, then cook for about 5 more minutes, or until heated through.
Remove from heat, allow to cool slightly, then stir in the cilantro, cheese, and lime juice and salt to taste.
Place about ⅓ cup of filling in the center of a tortilla, and roll tightly, pulling the filling towards you as you roll. Place the rolled tortilla with the flap side down, if it doesn't stay together easily, then secure it with a toothpick
Fill a frying pan with about 1 inch of oil, then heat it over medium high heat until hot.
Place the flautas in the oil with the open side down, and fry until golden and crispy, about 2 - 3 minutes per side, checking often to make sure they're not browning too much. When they are cooked, remove to a plate with paper towels to allow them to drain, then keep them warm in the oven.
to make the crema:
In a medium bowl, mash the avocado, then whisk in the sour cream, lime and salt until smooth and creamy - serve with warm flautas.