Description
Chicken Chimichangas are a delightful twist on traditional Mexican cuisine, offering a crispy exterior filled with savory shredded chicken and melted cheese. Perfect for game nights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make dish promises an explosion of flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more. Serve them hot with sour cream or salsa for an irresistible treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Oil for frying or brushing
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken with salt and pepper, then bake in a lined dish for 25-30 minutes until cooked through. Shred with two forks.
- 2. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with spices and half of the cheese.
- 3. Place about a quarter cup of filling in each tortilla, fold sides in, and roll tightly.
- 4. Fry chimichangas in hot oil until golden brown (about 3 minutes per side) or brush with oil and bake for 20 minutes until crispy.
- 5. Serve warm with sour cream or salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga (170g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg