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    Home » main course » chicken » Secret Recipe Club: Baked Chicken Flautas

    Secret Recipe Club: Baked Chicken Flautas

    Jun 2, 2013 · 22 Comments

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    How is it that it's June already? It feels like the past few weeks have whizzed by in a whirl of last-minute wedding planning, and suddenly it's time again for my monthly Secret Recipe Club post.

    Baked Chicken Flautas

    Meet This Month's Blogger

    This month, my assignment was The Keenan Cookbook, a blog written and photographed by Chris and Rachel.  He maintains the site and does the cooking, while she does the photography and the all-important taste testing.

    They're also mom and dad to two little boys (also known as the Toddler and Baby Boy), which means most of the recipes in their repertoire are blissfully quick and easy to make... exactly what I needed this month given everything else on my plate.

    I bookmarked a few different options, including a deliciously retro Reuben Casserole, a very seasonally appropriate Gnocchi with Roasted Asparagus Pesto, and some rather tasty-sounding Crunchy Chicken Salad Wraps.

    In the end, though, I decided to give their Chicken, Salsa and Cheese Flautas a whirl. (Why yes, I am still totally obsessed with all things taco-esque in nature.)

    Baked Chicken Flautas

    How I Made This Recipe my Own

    My only change was to add some thinly sliced red pepper to the mix for a little extra nutrition, and to skip the pan frying in favour of oven baking until crisp for an even healthier alternative - hence the renaming to Baked Chicken Flautas.

    The filling of chopped rotisserie chicken, shredded cheddar and bottled salsa comes together very quickly, and is then rolled up in flour tortillas and then baked in a very hot oven until crispy on the outside and bubbling hot on the inside.

    Baked Chicken Flautas

    The Verdict

    I think the best description for these is the eggroll's deliciously gooey, cheesy Mexican counterpart. They're a little crispy on the outside, and wonderfully cheesy on the inside.

    This is the kind of recipe that's perfect for a busy weeknight when you want something simple and straightforward. Add a few slices of avocado or a simple green salad to round out into a full meal, or whip up a batch as a game day appetizer.

    We gobbled up almost an entire batch between just the two of us for dinner. Seriously, they're that good.  And best of all, they're almost completely guilt-free!

    Baked Chicken Flautas

    Considering they're so easy to make and so delicious to eat, I can see a double (or even triple) batch making an appearance on the table the next time I throw a party, along with a vegetarian version made with black beans instead of rotisserie chicken.

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    Baked Chicken Flautas

    Baked Chicken Flautas


    • Author: Adapted from the Keenan Cookbook
    • Total Time: 27 mins
    • Yield: 4 1x
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    Description

    Oven-baking instead of deep-frying makes these flautas a delicious and healthy option for a quick weeknight dinner.


    Ingredients

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    Filling:

    • ½ small red onion, diced
    • ½ small red pepper, thinly sliced
    • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
    • 1 clove garlic, minced
    • 1 tsp ground cumin
    • 2 ½ cups diced cooked chicken
    • 1 cup salsa
    • ¼ cup roughly chopped cilantro
    • 2 tbsp lime juice
    • Salt and pepper

    Assembly:

    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • 8-10 small flour tortillas

    Garnishes:

    • Guacamole
    • Salsa
    • Sour cream
    • Lime wedges

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 425F. Lightly spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray.

    Prepare the Filling:

    1. While the oven preheats, set a large saute pan over medium heat, and add oil. Once oil is hot, add the onion, red pepper and jalapeno, and saute for 5-7 minutes or until the onions are soft. Stir in garlic and cumin, and continue cooking for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
    2. Remove from heat, and stir in chicken, salsa, cilantro, and lime juice. Set aside the filling to cool for 10 minutes or so.

    Assemble the Flautas:

    1. Stir the cheese into the cooled chicken filling.
    2. Arrange the tortillas on a clean working surface. Spread a heaping ¼ cup measure of filling down the middle of each tortilla, then roll up tightly into a cigar shape.
    3. Arrange the flautas seam side down on the prepared baking sheet, and lightly spray the tops with a little more cooking spray.
    4. Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tortillas are crispy and golden-brown around the edges, and the filling is hot and bubbly.
    5. Let cool for 5 minutes, then cut the flautas in half and serve with small dishes of the various garnishes so everyone can top off their plate as they like.

    Notes

    The filling can be prepared in advance - simply transfer the cooled filling to an airtight container, and refrigerate for up to 2 days or until ready to assemble.

    • Prep Time: 15 mins
    • Cook Time: 12 mins
    • Category: Main

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    1. Kate | Food Babbles says

      June 10, 2013 at 7:09 pm

      I am so far behind!! I have yet to visit everyone from SRC but these flautas look amazing! I love flautas and these look fantastic. Love that they're baked.

      Reply
    2. A Canadian Foodie says

      June 8, 2013 at 3:12 pm

      Isabelle
      Just checking in... are you getting a post up for The Canadian Food Experience Project... trying to read them all before the round up. Please let me know, and if you can do it by the 13th, I can still include you in the round up. I would HATE TO MISS a post from you about this topic!
      XO
      Valerie

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    3. Sean Williams says

      June 6, 2013 at 5:26 pm

      Will definitely try this, thank you!

      Reply
    4. dixya| food, pleasure, and health says

      June 5, 2013 at 12:52 pm

      this is perfect weeknight meal or for parties :)

      Reply
    5. Lesa @ Edesia's Notebook says

      June 4, 2013 at 8:51 am

      These look so tasty. I love how you baked them. I'm sure I would end up eating more than my share!

      Reply
    6. shannon @ a periodic table says

      June 4, 2013 at 7:55 am

      my husband LOVES a chicken flauta. Unfortunately, he loves the flautas at a semi-sketchy fast food chain restaurant. I bet i can COMPLETELY break him of that habit with yours, and i plan on doing this very soon. they look so good!

      Reply
    7. bellini says

      June 4, 2013 at 7:40 am

      This is a very quick dish and perfect for weeknights and even summer with a rotisserie chicken.

      Reply
    8. Trisha says

      June 4, 2013 at 12:08 am

      Just the kind of recipe that's great to have on hand. Looks lovely, whats amazing is the ease of putting it together. I see this on my dinner plate very soon!

      Reply
    9. Anna says

      June 3, 2013 at 10:26 pm

      These look and sound amazing. And easy. I am definitely going to have to try them.

      Reply
    10. [email protected] says

      June 3, 2013 at 9:58 pm

      I like your term taco-esque. These look like a tasty treat, snack or dinner.

      Reply
    11. A Canadian Foodie says

      June 3, 2013 at 4:59 pm

      Never heard of flautas - and love learning new food facts. Love Mexican, too. Great choice.
      :)
      V

      Reply
    12. Ashley Bee (Quarter Life Crisis Cuisine) says

      June 3, 2013 at 1:59 pm

      I love taco-ish things, and this definitely qualifies. I just submitted my name to Secret Recipe Club, here's hoping they pick me! It seems like fun :)

      Reply
    13. Micha @ Cookin' Mimi says

      June 3, 2013 at 12:19 pm

      I haven't made flautas in forever. These look fabulous.

      Reply
    14. leigh says

      June 3, 2013 at 2:50 am

      Delicious choice Isabelle. I think I'd like some of those for dinner tonight! :)

      Reply
    15. sara says

      June 3, 2013 at 1:57 am

      Yum! These look super tasty - such a great filling!

      Reply
    16. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says

      June 3, 2013 at 1:28 am

      Love these, will definitely give a try for a upcoming dinner. I love anything taco related!

      Reply
    17. PolaM says

      June 3, 2013 at 1:25 am

      Those flautas look great! A wonderful easy dish and perfect for parties!
      PS I had you this month!

      Reply
    18. Jess says

      June 3, 2013 at 12:40 am

      I'm so with you, Isabelle - anything "taco-esque in nature" is totally up my alley. I have seen this idea around, but I can't believe I haven't tried it yet. Who doesn't love crispy tortillas with tasty, bubbly fillings. Yum!

      Reply
    19. Lisa~~ says

      June 3, 2013 at 12:19 am

      I love that you baked these, it's my favorite way too. I'm with you on days flying by, I can't seem to keep up. Great recipe.

      If you haven't already, I'd love for you to check out my SRC entry Paradise Mango Curried Shrimp.

      Lisa~~

      Reply
    20. Sweet as Sugar Cookies says

      June 3, 2013 at 12:18 am

      If I had those for dinner, I would gobble them up too. So delicious looking.

      Reply
    21. Noelle (@singerinkitchen) says

      June 3, 2013 at 12:09 am

      Yum these look delish! Baked is sure healthier!

      Reply
    22. Camilla @ Culinary Adventures says

      June 3, 2013 at 12:07 am

      I have seen a recipe similar to this before, filed it away, and - promptly - forgot about it. But I will definitely be making them this time. Nice job for the SRC.

      Reply

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