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crispy chicken chimichangas

smonfils avatar
Recipe by
sherry monfils
@smonfils
worcester, MA

They're cooked in the oven, not in a skillet w/ a lot of fat, so they are healthier for you. They'r are so good served w/ a dollop of light sour cream.

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For crispy chicken chimichangas

  • 4 Tbsp
    olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 c
    chopped onion
  • 2 tsp
    minced garlic
  • 2 c
    homemade or store bought salsa
  • 3 Tbsp
    water
  • 1/4 c
    chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp
    cinnamon
  • 1 lb
    cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 1 c
    refried beans, i used canned
  • 6
    10" flour tortillas

How To Make crispy chicken chimichangas

  • 1
    Heat oven to 425. Spray a 9" x 13" baking dish w/ cooking spray. Heat 2 tbsp oil in lg skillet over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic until soft.
  • 2
    Stir in salsa and water. Season w/ chili powder, cumin and cinnamon. Stir in chicken. Cook until heated through.
  • 3
    Spoon some beans down center of each tortilla, top w/ some chicken mix. Fold tortilla over filling, secure w/ toothpicks. Place seam-side down in baking dish. Brush w/ remaining oil. Bake 15 mins, turning every 5 mins until browned and crispy.
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