Crispy Chicken Flautas

Step 1

Chop chicken into small pieces. If not already salted, add salt to taste

Step 2

Heat oil in a pan or large skillet. Use enough to make about 1 1/2 inches of oil

Step 3

Dip each tortilla in hot oil for about 20 seconds, remove to plate

Step 4

Roll 1/12 of chicken into hot tortilla. (Be careful!) Secure with 3 toothpicks

Step 5

Repeat with remaining tortillas and chicken

Step 6

Fry each rolled flauta in the hot oil until crispy and browned. Remove from oil to drain on paper towels.

Step 7

Remove toothpicks from flautas ad place in baking dish.

Step 8

Top with grated cheddar cheese and heat in 350 degree oven until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.