Description
Baked Chicken Chimichangas are a delicious twist on a classic Mexican dish, combining tender chicken with zesty spices and enveloped in a crispy golden tortilla. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, these chimichangas are easy to prepare and sure to impress. With customizable fillings, they cater to every taste preference while offering a guilt-free alternative to fried versions. Enjoy them with salsa verde and sour cream for an unforgettable flavor experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- ½ cup salsa verde
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and diced chicken; cook until golden brown.
- Sprinkle chili powder and cumin over cooked chicken; stir in shredded cheese until melted.
- Lay out tortillas and spoon generous amounts of the chicken mixture onto each one. Fold edges and roll tightly.
- Place chimichangas seam-side down on a lined baking sheet; brush tops lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Serve warm with sour cream or Greek yogurt and salsa verde.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga (150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg