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Chicken Chimichangas

Crispy Chicken Chimichangas: Your Quick Comfort Food Fix

These Chicken Chimichangas are a quick and customizable Tex-Mex comfort food, featuring crispy tortillas filled with flavorful chicken and cheese.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 chimichangas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie for easy preparation
  • 1 medium Sweet Onion Diced
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Ideal for sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust to your spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Omit for a milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Consider smoked paprika for extra kick
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning
  • ½ cup Salsa Verde Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Shredded
  • ½ cup Oaxaca Cheese Shredded
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice Fresh is best
For Assembling
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas Burrito-sized work best
  • 1 cup Refried Beans Acts as a creamy base
For Serving
  • Guacamole
  • Sour Cream
  • Salsa
  • Fresh Cilantro

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Frying Pan
  • Tongs
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a large skillet, heat avocado oil over medium heat. Add diced sweet onion and sauté until soft.
  2. Mix in shredded chicken, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional few minutes.
  3. Transfer the chicken mixture to a bowl. Stir in salsa verde, Monterey Jack cheese, Oaxaca cheese, and lime juice.
  4. Place a tortilla on a surface, spread refried beans, and add the chicken mixture. Fold and roll tightly.
  5. Heat oil in a pan. Fry chimichangas seam-side down until golden brown.
  6. Remove and serve hot with garnishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chimichangaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure proper oil temperature for frying. Don't overcrowd the pan. Can air fry for a healthier option.

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