The Best Chicken Chimichangas: Easy and Indulgent Family Delight
The Best Chicken Chimichangas are a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken wrapped in crispy tortillas, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for serving)
- 1/2 cup salsa (for serving)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, refried beans, shredded cheese, cumin, and chili powder.
- Warm the tortillas in a skillet or the microwave to make them more pliable.
- Place a generous amount of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla in and roll it up tightly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the chimichangas in batches until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve with sour cream and salsa on the side.
Notes
- For a healthier option, bake the chimichangas instead of frying.
- Feel free to add your favorite toppings!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 chimichangas
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg