Chicken Flautas

Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 2 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 12 corn tortillas
• Oil for frying

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, salsa, shredded cheese, cream cheese, and cumin until well combined.

2. 2

   Wrap tortillas in damp paper towels and microwave for 30-60 seconds to make them pliable.

3. 3

   Place a spoonful of chicken filling on one edge of a tortilla and roll it up tightly.

4. 4

   Secure the roll with a toothpick if needed.

5. 5

   Heat about 1 inch of oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C).

6. 6

   Fry the flautas in batches, seam side down first, until golden brown and crispy (about 2-3 minutes per side).

7. 7

   Drain on paper towels.

8. 8

   Serve warm with guacamole, sour cream, or extra salsa.