Description
These Baked Chicken Chimichangas are a delicious twist on the classic deep-fried version. Loaded with shredded chicken, cheese, and flavorful spices, they are baked until crispy and golden. Perfect for an easy and satisfying weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chimichangas:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil for brushing
Optional Toppings:
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
- Chopped cilantro
- Diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, sour cream, salsa, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Chimichangas: Spoon the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, fold in the sides, and roll up tightly.
- Bake: Place the chimichangas seam-side down on a baking sheet, brush with butter or olive oil, and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the chimichangas for 1–2 minutes after baking.
- You can substitute the chicken with shredded beef or beans for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
