Crispy Chicken Chimichangas
Delicious, crispy chimichangas filled with shredded chicken, cheese, and spices, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Large tortillas (for wrapping)
- Oil (for frying)
- Sour cream (for serving)
- Salsa (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, cheese, refried beans, diced onion, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Assemble the Chimichangas: Take a large tortilla and place a portion of the chicken mixture in the center. Fold the sides over and roll tightly.
- Heat the Oil: In a frying pan, heat oil over medium heat.
- Fry to Perfection: Fry the chimichangas until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes on each side.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove chimichangas from oil and place on paper towels to drain.
- Serve Hot: Serve hot with sour cream and salsa.
Notes
Feel free to customize with black beans, corn, or jalapeños in the filling. For a lighter option, consider baking instead of frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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