Chicken Chimichangas
Chicken chimichangas are crispy, deep-fried burritos filled with seasoned chicken, cheese, and beans. They are perfect for a hearty meal and can be accompanied by salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 skillet or frying pan
- 1 spoon or spatula
- 1 deep fryer or heavy pot
- 1 paper towels
- 1 aluminum foil (optional)
- 1 tongs
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a mix)
- ½ cup diced onion
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- to taste salt and pepper
- 4 large flour tortillas
- vegetable oil (for frying)
- salsa (for serving, optional)
- guacamole (for serving, optional)
- sour cream (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked, shredded chicken, refried beans, shredded cheese, diced onion, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Place tortillas on a flat surface. Spoon an equal amount of the chicken filling into the center of each tortilla.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up tightly from the bottom to create a burrito shape.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully place the chimichangas in the hot oil, seam side down. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Remove the chimichangas from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Allow them to cool slightly before serving. Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream if desired.
- You can customize the filling by adding other ingredients like bell peppers or corn.
- For a healthier version, consider baking the chimichangas instead of frying them. Brush with a little oil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
You can customize the filling by adding other ingredients like bell peppers or corn.
For a healthier version, consider baking the chimichangas instead of frying them. Brush with a little oil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.