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Crispy Chicken Chimichangas with Salsa and Guacamole

Crispy Chicken Chimichangas served with salsa and guacamole

 

Easy chicken chimichangas recipe with crispy tortillas, flavorful filling, and simple toppings. Perfect for a quick family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded

  • 1 can refried beans

  • 1/2 cup salsa (your favorite kind)

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)

  • 2 green onions, chopped

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil

  • 6 large flour tortillas

Instructions

  • Cook chicken breasts in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Let rest for a few minutes, then chop or shred the chicken.

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, refried beans, shredded cheese, salsa, cumin, oregano, chili powder, and chopped green onions. Mix everything well.

  • Place about 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture in the center of each flour tortilla. Fold in the opposite sides and roll the tortilla up tightly like a burrito.

  • For baked chimichangas: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly brush each rolled chimichanga with oil, place on a baking sheet, and bake for about 25 minutes or until golden and crispy.

  • For pan-fried chimichangas: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place chimichangas seam-side down in the skillet. Cook, turning every 20-30 seconds, until all sides are lightly golden and crispy.

 

  • Serve warm with optional toppings like salsa, sour cream, and guacamole.

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