Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Chicken Chimichangas, a delightful Mexican dish that brings a crispy twist to your dinner table. These golden-brown, stuffed tortillas are filled with tender shredded chicken and melted Monterey Jack cheese, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for family dinners, game days, or casual get-togethers, they can be baked for a healthier option or fried for an irresistible crunch. Customize them with your favorite ingredients like beans or peppers to make them uniquely yours. Serve hot with salsa, sour cream, guacamole, or pico de gallo for an unforgettable meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup diced white onion
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
- 8 burrito-size flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- In a large frying pan over medium heat, sauté diced onion in oil until translucent. Add garlic and spices; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in shredded chicken and green chilies; heat through.
- Lay warm tortillas flat, fill each with the chicken mixture and cheese, fold sides in, and roll tightly.
- Cook by frying in oil until golden brown or bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga (170g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg