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air fryer chicken flautas crispy delightful bites

20-Minute Air Fryer Chicken Flautas: Crispy Delightful Bites


  • Author: Ella Parker
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 flautas 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Crispy air fryer chicken flautas are quick, easy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for a snack or meal, these golden bites stay crunchy without deep frying.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
  • 1/4 cup salsa (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
  2. Mix chicken, cheese, onion, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Divide the mixture evenly among tortillas, spreading it down the center.
  4. Roll each tortilla tightly and brush with olive oil.
  5. Place flautas in the air fryer basket in a single layer, seam side down.
  6. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  7. Serve with sour cream and salsa if desired.

Notes

  • Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free version.
  • Spray flautas lightly with oil for extra crispiness.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 flauta
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: air fryer chicken flautas, crispy flautas, easy Mexican appetizer