Description
Chimichangas are crispy, deep-fried burritos filled with savory ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.
- Mix chicken, refried beans, cheese, and salsa in a bowl.
- Place a portion of the filling in the center of each tortilla.
- Fold the sides and roll tightly to form a burrito.
- Carefully place the chimichangas in the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- Serve with sour cream and guacamole.
- You can substitute beef or vegetables for the chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Chimichangas, burritos, Mexican food