Description
Crispy Chicken Chimichangas are a delightful dish that combines seasoned shredded chicken, creamy refried beans, and melty cheese wrapped in a crispy tortilla, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 8 large flour tortillas
- Oil for frying
- Sour cream and guacamole for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, refried beans, shredded cheese, salsa, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until all ingredients are well mixed.
- In a deep skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Place a generous 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla. Fold the sides and roll it up tightly.
- Carefully place the rolled chimichangas into the hot oil. Fry for about 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the chimichangas from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve the chimichangas hot, accompanied by sour cream and guacamole for dipping if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best results, reheat in an oven at 350°F (175°C). Un-fried chimichangas can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg