Turkey Flautas

Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold flavors, these Turkey Flautas are the perfect way to transform shredded turkey into a Mexican-inspired handheld treat! Filled with a creamy mixture of cooked turkey, shredded cheddar, cream cheese, cilantro, and a hint of green chilies, each flauta is seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, cumin, and a touch of salt and pepper. Wrapped snugly in soft corn tortillas and fried to a crunchy perfection, these savory rolls are ideal for a fun family dinner or an easy crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauces—think zesty salsa, creamy guacamole, or tangy sour cream—for a dish that’s irresistible from the first bite to the last. Easy to make and packed with flavor, these Turkey Flautas are sure to be a hit on your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked turkey (shredded)
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 tablespoons Cream cheese (softened)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Green chilies (diced, canned)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 12 pieces Corn tortillas
• 1.5 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine shredded turkey, shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, cilantro, green chilies, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 2

Warm the corn tortillas in a microwave or on a skillet for 20–30 seconds to make them pliable.

Step 3

Place 2–3 tablespoons of the turkey mixture on one end of a tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and secure it with a toothpick if necessary.

Step 4

Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling until all the flautas are prepared.

Step 5

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Carefully place 3–4 flautas into the hot oil, seam side down, and fry for 2–3 minutes per side or until golden and crispy.

Step 7

Transfer fried flautas to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat frying with the remaining flautas.

Step 9

Serve the flautas warm with your choice of dipping sauces such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1637.9 grams (1637.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5775

Total Fat 445.40g	571%
Saturated Fat 95.10g	476%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 574mg	191%
Sodium 2676mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 272.30g	99%
Dietary Fiber 39.60g	141%
Total Sugars 8.00g
Protein 206.90g	414%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1293mg	99%
Iron 16mg	88%
Potassium 2445mg	52%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.7%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 18.4%