Description
Baked Chicken Chimichangas are a delightful twist on a classic Mexican favorite, offering a crispy exterior filled with a savory blend of shredded chicken, refried beans, cheese, and zesty salsa. This oven-baked version is not only healthier but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 1/3 cup refried beans
- 1 1/3 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 6 large taco-sized flour tortillas
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, refried beans, salsa, shredded cheese, and any optional spices.
- Place a generous amount of filling in the center of each tortilla, fold the bottom edge over the filling, tuck in the sides, and roll it up tightly.
- Arrange the chimichangas seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush with melted butter.
- Bake for 15 minutes, flip them over, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga (150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg