Description
Experience the delightful flavors of our Easy 30-Minute Chicken Chimichanga Recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. These baked burritos boast a savory filling of tender chicken, gooey cheese, and mild chilies, appealing to both kids and adults alike. The best part? They’re quick to prepare and can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Serve them with fresh salsa or your go-to sauces for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cooked & shredded)
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
- 4 oz. mild chiles (diced)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup Mexican White Sauce
- 6 flour tortillas
- Butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Boil water in a large saucepan, add chicken breasts, and cook until no longer pink (10-15 minutes). Shred the chicken.
- Warm tortillas on the stove for flexibility.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheese, chiles, cumin, salt, pepper, and Mexican White Sauce.
- Place about 1/2 cup of filling in each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Brush chimichangas with butter and bake on a baking sheet for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg