Chicken Taquitos (Flautas de Pollo)

When I was a little girl, my grandparents and I would go out to eat every Friday. The restaurants would vary between a Swedish smorgasbord, KFC and a tiny, Mexican restaurant that was only 2 blocks away from where we lived. El Burrito was my favorite! I always ordered the same thing. Not because I was a picky eater, but because I really loved their chicken taquitos served with a side of guacamole.

Chicken taquitos are still a big hit around my house. They're quick, easy and the kiddies love them. I cook two boneless, skinless chicken breasts for this recipe. But this is a great recipe to use up any leftover chicken.

Chicken Taquitos (Flautas de Pollo)


Ingredients:
  • 1 or 2 cups shredded chicken
  • 12 to 16 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • Guacamole
  • Sour Cream

Directions:
Heat a non-stick skillet, a griddle or a comal over medium-high heat. Warm the corn tortillas on the griddle: wrap in a kitchen towel or aluminum foil to keep warm.

Place 1 to 2 tablespoons of shredded chicken in center of corn tortilla; roll up tightly. (To prevent taquito from unrolling, secure with a toothpick.)






Heat vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully place taquitos seam-side down in hot oil. Fry 4 or 5 at a time for 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until a light golden brown.



Serve with Guacamole, Sour cream, Mexican Rice, Refried Beans. Enjoy!!!





With Love,
Leslie Limon

3 comments

  1. These look so good and so easy to make.

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  2. El Burrito in Van Nuys or 3rd and Alvarado you must be very young. I really liked their cocido. Yes their taquitos were good. Your recipe is good, I add lettuce and diced tomatoes. My guacamole is a bit spicy.

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