Chile and Cheese Flautas

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 3

Tasty Chile and Cheese Flautas Recipe

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	16 small flour tortillas
	1/2 cup canned green chili ( or roasted , peeled and seeded green chiles coarsely chopped )
	1 cup monterey jack cheese
	1 cup sweet corn
	1/2 cup green chili sauce
	1 teaspoon sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

510

Sugar

Fat

28g

Chile and Cheese Flautas are a crispy and delicious Mexican dish that’s loved by everyone. It’s also known as rolled tacos. The dish consists of small flour tortillas stuffed with a savory filling of green chilies, corn, and Monterey jack cheese. The flautas are then baked in the oven until golden brown. They are served with a spicy green chili sauce that’s both sweet and tangy. The origins of the flauta are from northern Mexico and Southern United States. It’s a popular street food and a staple at many Mexican restaurants. The flauta is often paired with guacamole and salsa to create a complete Mexican meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned green chili, corn, 1/2 cup jack cheese, green chili sauce, and sugar.
3.	Visit each tortilla with 1/4 cup of the filling. Roll the tortilla tightly to create the flauta. Arrange the flautas in a greased baking dish. Repeat the process until you’ve filled all of the tortillas.
4.	Finally, add the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese on top of the flautas, and sprinkle with the remaining canned green chiles.
5.	Bake for about 15 minutes or until the cheese melts and the flautas are crispy and golden brown. Serve hot with additional sauce on top, guacamole, and salsa on the side.

PROS

These flautas are quick and easy to make.

They’re crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, with a spicy and savory filling.

It’s a perfect appetizer, snack, or light lunch/dinner that can be made ahead of time.

CONS

The canned chiles contain a significant amount of sodium and preservatives, which can be unhealthy in large amounts.

The cheese makes these flautas high in fat.
Therefore, it’s recommended to eat them in moderation and pair them with a healthier side dish like a salad or vegetable soup.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chiles in this recipe provide antioxidants and vitamins, which can boost immunity and reduce inflammation in the body.
The corn contains fiber, potassium, and folate, which can help improve digestion and heart health.