Description
These Baked Chicken Chimichangas are a delicious twist on traditional chimichangas, with a crispy baked shell filled with a flavorful mixture of shredded chicken, cheese, and spices. Perfect for a family dinner or casual gathering.
Ingredients
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For the Filling:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Assembly:
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Optional Toppings:
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
- Extra salsa
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, salsa, cream cheese, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Chimichangas: Spoon filling into each tortilla, fold in the sides, and roll up tightly. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Bake: Brush chimichangas with melted butter and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Serve warm with desired toppings.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken with beef, pork, or beans for a different filling.
- For extra crunch, broil the chimichangas for the last few minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 770 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
