Description
These avocado chicken flautas are crispy, flavorful, and paired with a sweet-tangy honey lime dipping sauce—perfect for parties or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Flautas:
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 ripe avocado, mashed
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
8 small flour tortillas
1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Honey Lime Dipping Sauce:
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
Instructions
Prepare Filling: In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, mashed avocado, cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Warm Tortillas: Microwave tortillas for about 20 seconds to soften and make them easier to roll.
Assemble Flautas: Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of the filling into each tortilla. Roll tightly into a cigar shape.
Fry: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry flautas seam-side down, 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Work in batches.
Drain: Remove flautas and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Make Dipping Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, and chili powder (if using).
Serve: Serve warm flautas with dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for a quick prep shortcut.
Substitute corn tortillas for a gluten-free version (and lightly fry them first to soften).
Air fryer friendly: Cook at 375°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Add jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicier filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Main Course
- Method: Fried (or Air-Fried)
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired, Tex-Mex
