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Crispy Chimichangas

Crispy Chimichangas Packed with Flavor for Quick Dinners

These Crispy Chimichangas deliver a flavorful Tex-Mex experience, perfect for quick dinners.
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 chimichangas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil adds moisture and helps sauté vegetables
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast can substitute with rotisserie chicken or ground beef
  • 1 cup red enchilada sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder can substitute with taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon cumin adds earthy flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • to taste none salt for seasoning
  • to taste none black pepper for seasoning
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
For Assembly
  • 4 large flour tortillas or corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • as needed none cooking spray for crispiness

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced yellow onion, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened and translucent. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for an additional minute until fragrant.
  2. Incorporate 2 cups of cooked, shredded chicken breast into the skillet, followed by 1 cup of red enchilada sauce, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano. Allow this mixture to simmer for 5-7 minutes, until most of the liquid evaporates. Taste and season with salt and black pepper, then remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese until melted.
  3. To ensure the tortillas are pliable for rolling, wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for about 30 seconds.
  4. Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface, placing roughly ½ cup of the warm chicken filling on the lower third. Fold the sides inward and carefully roll it up tightly to secure the filling.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) while lining a baking sheet with cooking spray. Place the assembled chimichangas seam-side down on the sheet and spray the tops with cooking spray. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove the chimichangas from the oven and take out any toothpicks. Serve hot with toppings like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chimichangaCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries for a complete meal.

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