Description

Baked Chicken Chimichangas are a crowd-pleasing favorite that combines crispy tortillas with a savory filling of seasoned chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty spices. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, these chimichangas promise to impress your family and friends with their irresistible flavor and delightful crunch. Serve them hot with a side of sour cream and salsa for an unforgettable meal that will leave everyone asking for more!

Ingredients

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3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
2 tsp ground cumin
1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
4 large flour tortillas
2 tbsp olive oil
Sour cream and salsa for serving

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a skillet over medium heat, cook diced chicken until no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes). Add garlic and cumin during the last minute.
Lay each tortilla flat and spoon in the chicken mixture. Sprinkle cheese on top, fold in sides, and roll tightly.
Place chimichangas seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush lightly with olive oil.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Serve hot with sour cream and salsa.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chimichanga (175g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 790mg
Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 90mg