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Chicken Chimichangas

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying/Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: None

Description

Crispy chicken chimichangas filled with shredded chicken and Monterey Jack cheese, seasoned with cumin and chili powder for a delightful meal.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • Oil for frying or cooking spray for baking
  • Sour cream and salsa for serving


Instructions

  1. Combine the shredded chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly blended.
  2. Place a portion of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly to form a chimichanga.
  3. If baking, place the chimichangas seam side down on a baking sheet. Lightly spray with cooking spray. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  4. If frying, heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Carefully fry the chimichangas until crispy and golden brown on all sides.
  5. Serve hot with sour cream and salsa.

Notes

Use leftover or rotisserie chicken to save time. Warming tortillas can help make them more pliable for easier rolling.