Description
Baked Chicken Chimichangas are a delightful take on a classic Mexican dish, perfect for quick weeknight meals or entertaining guests. This recipe features tender shredded chicken, creamy refried beans, zesty salsa, and melted cheese, all wrapped in a crispy tortilla and baked to perfection. It’s a healthier alternative to frying, allowing you to enjoy the satisfying crunch without the extra calories. With simple ingredients and 15 minutes of prep time, these chimichangas are not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your family’s tastes. Serve them warm with fresh toppings like guacamole or sour cream for a delicious meal everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 1/3 cup refried beans
- 1 1/3 cup salsa (your favorite)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 6–8 large flour tortillas (8-inch)
- 3 tablespoons butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked shredded chicken, refried beans, salsa, shredded cheese, and any desired spices.
- Lay each tortilla flat and fill with the mixture. Fold up the bottom edge, tuck in the sides, and roll tightly.
- Place seam-side down on a baking sheet and brush the tops with melted butter.
- Bake for 15 minutes, flip them over gently, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 55mg