How have I never thought of making Falutas before? We tend to have tortilla wraps in the bread bin as standby for when the bread runs out so these were super easy to prepare. I like my Secret Recipe Club recipes to use ingredients that we mostly already have in, otherwise it feels like making a recipe just for the sake of it.
I love the thought of taking these Falutas on picnics – They would make a welcome change from sandwiches and would be really easy to transport.
As my partner for this month, Amy from Savory Moments, says, the possibilities for fillings for these are endless. M&S are currently selling a much smaller Mexican version, using corn tortillas for an extortionate price. Amy’s own version was a Turkey, Spinach & Cheese Faluta – I’ve amended mine as we had chicken that needed using up.
I am amazed that Amy has any time or energy left for cooking or blogging at the moment – Amy is due twins any time now. I am so excited to hear when they arrive and really hope she posts pictures!
| Serves | 4 |
| Prep time | 10 minutes |
| Cook time | 20 minutes |
| Total time | 30 minutes |
| Meal type | Lunch, Snack |
| Misc | Child Friendly, Serve Cold, Serve Hot |
| Occasion | Barbecue, Birthday Party, Casual Party |
INGREDIENTS
- 1 splash Olive Oil
- 2 Cooked Chicken Thighs (Shredded using 2 forks)
- 1 dash Cayenne Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Coriander
- 1 handful Rocket Leaves (I rip them into small pieces just before adding to the pan)
- 1 handful Grated Cheddar Cheese
- 4 Large Tortilla Wraps
NOTE
These also taste wonderful with chopped red peppers or thin slices of red onion
DIRECTIONS
| 1. | |
| Preheat the oven to 200C and line a baking tray with baking parchment | |
| 2. | |
| Heat the oil in a medium frying pan and add the spices and shredded chicken – stir through | |
| 3. | |
| Add the grated cheese and mix well until melted. | |
| 4. | |
| Take off the heat and stir through the ripped rocket | |
| 5. | |
| Divide the chicken mixture into quarters and pour each quarter onto a tortilla wrap | |
| 6. | |
| Roll tightly into long tubes and lay down on the baking tray with the edge facing downwards | |
| 7. | |
| Bake for 8 minutes then turn over – Bake for approx another 8 minutes or until crispy and starting to golden | |
| 8. | |
| Serve immediately | |
I’m glad you enjoyed these falutas and i like your filling choices. They make such an easy and versatile meal.
These would be a great lunch to take when I’m traveling or for my daughter once school starts again. Great SRC recipe!
What a fun way to use leftover turkey or chicken – or any meat for that matter. I love wraps and you’re right, these would be perfect to take on picnics. Easy to make, delicious, and no utensils needed! Great choice for the SRC!
These look like the perfect portable meal. Great SRC choice!
These falutas look delicious! Definitely a great way to use leftovers or pack for my family’s lunch.
I love the look of these, so simple and fresh and the perfect way to use up leftover chicken. Great pick!
Never heard of falutas, but these are such crispy treats… looks delicious…
Flautas are always a favorite of mine at a Mexican restaurant, but I haven’t made them myself yet. Yum!
Yum! These look so good!
These look delicious. Will have to try out on my family 🙂
#Smiggle