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Crispy Baked Chicken Chimichangas

Two crispy, golden-brown chimichangas filled with shredded meat stacked on a wooden cutting board.
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Make satisfying, crispy chicken chimichangas at home using your oven. This recipe focuses on achieving a crunchy texture without deep frying, perfect for a quick Tex-Mex dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 8 medium flour tortillas (burrito size)
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the shredded chicken and chicken broth. Cook until the liquid evaporates and the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted. This is your flavorful beef chimichanga filling.
  4. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  5. Warm the tortillas briefly in a microwave or dry skillet to make them pliable.
  6. Place about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture near one edge of a tortilla. Fold the sides inward, then tightly roll the tortilla away from you, creating a sealed package. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.
  7. Place the rolled chimichangas seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Spray the tops of the chimichangas generously with cooking spray for crisping.
  9. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy.
  10. Remove toothpicks before serving. Serve immediately with your preferred toppings.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can lightly brush the tortillas with melted butter before spraying with cooking spray.
  • You can substitute ground beef for the chicken to make beef chimichangas.
  • Serve these chimichangas with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole for a complete Tex-Mex meal.

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