Ingredients and Weight:
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts - 1 pound
- Onion - 1 medium (chopped)
- Green bell pepper - 1 medium (chopped)
- Red bell pepper - 1 medium (chopped)
- Salsa - 1 cup
- Tortillas - 12 (6-inch)
- Vegetable oil - for frying
- Seasonings:
- Chili powder - 2 teaspoons
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
- Salt and pepper - to taste
Preparation Time:
Cooking Time:
Cooking Difficulty Level:
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine chicken, onion, bell peppers, salsa, seasonings, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Place a spoonful of chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla. Roll up tightly and secure with toothpicks.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Fry flautas for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain flautas on paper towels.
- Transfer flautas to a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
- Remove from oven and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 per flauta
- Fat: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 600mg
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 25g
Dish Characteristics:
- Spicy
- Savory
- Crispy
- Easy to prepare
- Suitable for American taste
User Comments:
- "These flautas were absolutely delicious! The perfect amount of spice and flavor."
- "I've tried many chicken flauta recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of salsa and roasted peppers gives it an amazing depth of flavor."
- "These were a hit at my party. I'll definitely be making them again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a sharp knife to cut the bell peppers into thin strips.
- Do not overfill the tortillas with chicken mixture, as this will make them difficult to roll.
- Heat the oil to the proper temperature before frying the flautas. If the oil is not hot enough, the flautas will absorb too much oil.
- Serve the flautas immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
