Description
Baked Chicken Chimichangas offer a deliciously healthier twist on the classic Mexican favorite. Packed with tender shredded chicken, creamy refried beans, and a blend of flavorful spices, these baked delights are wrapped in crispy tortillas for a satisfying crunch. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and customizable to suit your taste. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can serve up a crowd-pleasing dish that everyone will love. Enjoy them with your choice of toppings like guacamole or salsa for an extra burst of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 1/3 cup refried beans
- 1 1/3 cup salsa (your choice)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, refried beans, salsa, chili powder, and cheese until well mixed.
- Place filling in the center of each tortilla; fold and roll tightly.
- Arrange seam-side down on a baking sheet; brush tops with melted butter.
- Bake for 15 minutes; flip 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 chimichanga (150g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg