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These chicken flautas, rolled tortillas filled with tender shredded chicken and fried to golden perfection, make an irresistible, crispy dish. Paired with a homemade salsa verde and topped with lettuce, onions, crema, and queso fresco, these flautas offer a delicious, authentic flavor. Follow the steps below to prepare this crowd-pleaser, perfect for any gathering or weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the Flautas
3 ½ cups shredded chicken
20 corn tortillas (see notes on tortilla type below)
Vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Salsa Verde
1 lb tomatillos, quartered
3 jalapeño or serrano chilies, seeded and cut into chunks
1 medium onion, quartered
1 small bunch of cilantro
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 Tbsp powdered chicken bouillon
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
Salt, to taste
For Toppings
Shredded lettuce
Chopped onions
Mexican cream or sour cream (as needed)
Queso fresco or any cheese of your choice
Making the Salsa Verde
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