Description
These Chicken Chimichangas are a delicious Mexican-American dish filled with seasoned shredded chicken, cheese, and salsa, wrapped in a flour tortilla and either baked or fried until crispy. They are perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Filling:
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Assembly and Cooking:
- 4 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
- Oil for brushing or frying
- Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the shredded chicken, cheese, salsa, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the Chimichangas: Warm the tortillas, spoon chicken mixture onto each, fold in the sides, and roll up tightly.
- Baking Method: Place chimichangas seam-side down on a baking sheet, brush with oil, and bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes.
- Frying Method: Fry chimichangas seam-side down in hot oil for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve: Top with favorite toppings and enjoy hot.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken can be a time-saving option.
- Additional fillings like beans or rice can be included for variety.
- For a lighter version, air fry the chimichangas at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking or Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
