Chicken Chimichangas (Printable Version)
Crispy tortillas packed with seasoned shredded chicken and cheese, prepared two ways for authentic Mexican flavor at home.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Filling
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1/2 cup diced white onion
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2 teaspoons minced garlic
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1/2 tablespoon chili powder
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1/4 teaspoon oregano
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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4 cups cooked shredded chicken
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
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8 burrito-size flour tortillas, warmed
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2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
→ Toppings
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Salsa
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Sour cream
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Guacamole
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Pico de gallo
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Lettuce
# Steps:
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Heat a large cast iron or heavy-bottom skillet over low heat. Add vegetable oil to fill 2 inches in depth. Gradually heat the oil to 375°F for frying.
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a large baking sheet with nonstick spray and set aside.
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Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion until softened. Add garlic, chili powder, oregano, and cumin, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in shredded chicken, season with salt and pepper, and add diced green chilies. Cook for 5 minutes until mixture is thoroughly warmed.
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Warm tortillas in the microwave. Place 1/2 cup chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla. Add 3 tablespoons of shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Fold the sides over the filling, fold the bottom over the sides, and roll up tightly. Place seam-side down on a plate. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
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Using tongs, gently place one chimichanga seam-side down into the hot oil. Hold with tongs to prevent unrolling. Fry until golden brown, approximately 1-2 minutes per side. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
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Place rolled chimichangas seam-side down onto a greased baking sheet. Spray tops with nonstick spray and bake for 20-30 minutes until golden brown.
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Serve warm with your choice of toppings including salsa, sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, or lettuce.
# Notes:
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You can choose to bake or fry the chimichangas depending on your preference.
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Rotisserie chicken is an excellent time-saving option for this recipe.