Baked Chicken Flautas with Tomatillo Sauce


These baked chicken flautas pair a savory chicken and Pepper Jack filling with a fresh tomatillo sauce for a satisfying dinner with loads of bright flavor.

Baked Chicken Flautas with Tomatillo Sauce

Seasoned chicken, scallions, cilantro, and cheese are rolled in flour tortillas and baked until crisp, then served with a warm sauce of tomatillos, jalapeño, garlic, and lime.

More Mexican-Inspired Tortilla Dinners

These recipes take a similar approach to combining chicken, cheese, and tortillas for a simple meal:

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