Chicken Flautas With Chunky Guacamole

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 15
Delicious Chicken Flautas With Chunky Guacamole Recipe
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon cumin
1 jalapeno , diced ( more or less , to your taste )
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese , shredded
salt and pepper
12 small flour tortillas ( about 6 inch )
oil ( for frying )
2 avocados
1/2 small red onion , diced ( not too small )
1 jalapeno , diced ( more or less , to your taste )
4 tablespoons cilantro , chopped
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes , halved ( or a whole tomato , diced )
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
400
Sugar
2g
Fat
28g
These Chicken Flautas with Chunky Guacamole are a traditional Mexican dish, perfect for sharing with friends and family. The shredded chicken is seasoned with cumin, cilantro, and jalapeno for a flavorful filling, and is then rolled up in a soft flour tortilla and fried until crispy. The chunky guacamole adds a pop of freshness and tanginess to the dish, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Serve these flautas as an appetizer or main course, and enjoy the delicious flavors of Mexico!

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, lemon juice, cumin, diced jalapeno, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, monterey jack cheese, salt and pepper.
2.Place a tortilla flat on a plate, scoop some chicken mixture onto one end and roll tightly.
3.Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, and fry the flautas, seam side down, until golden brown.
4.Place the avocados, diced red onion, diced jalapeno, chopped cilantro, lemon juice, cherry tomatoes, salt and pepper in a bowl and mix together to make the chunky guacamole.
5.Serve the flautas with the chunky guacamole on top, and enjoy!

PROS

These chicken flautas are crispy and flavorful, and the chunky guacamole adds a fresh and tangy component.

This recipe is easy to make and perfect for a family dinner or party appetizer.

CONS

The deep-frying process used to make the flautas can be messy and time-consuming.

Additionally, these flautas are high in calories and fat due to the frying process, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, the chicken used provides a good source of protein.
Additionally, the guacamole is a great source of healthy fats and essential nutrients like fiber, potassium, and vitamins C and K.

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