CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS

These chicken chimichangas are made using rotisserie chicken, shredded cheese and just a few other simple ingredients that are rolled into a large tortilla and deep fried until golden brown.

Chicken Chimichangas

From was the recipe collection of Tara Ippolito

Chicken chimichangas have become family favorite of ours recently.

My house seems to be on a big chimichanga kick since I made them for the first time a few weeks ago.

If you’ve never had a chimichanga before, it’s very similar to a burrito. Chimichangas are just a deep fried.

The filling is pretty much the same with meat, cheese, beans and rice. Although I didn’t add rice to this recipe but you certainly could.

I love Mexican inspired recipes like this one. All the flavors go together so well and deep frying everything together just takes it to the next level.

No wonder my family can’t get enough of these things.

I hope you give this recipe a try. I know that if you do, you’ll love it just as much as my family and I do.

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Chicken chimichangas variations

I love this recipe as it is but here are some variations you may like to experiment with.

• Beans- Use black or pinto beans if you’d prefer not to use refried.
• Rice- Add yellow, Mexican or white rice to these chimichangas for a more filling meals.
• Spice- Use a hot & spicy taco season packet or add jalapeños or diced chilis to add some heat to this dish. You can also swap the cheese out for some spicy pepper jack.

• Meat- this recipe calls for shredded chicken but cooked ground beef or pork would be wonderful here, too.
• Cheese- Any kind of cheese would work for this recipe so choose your favorite. Just be sure to shred it yourself because it will melt much better that way.

Other Mexican inspired recipes

If you like easy Mexican inspired recipes like this one, here are some others that I know you’ll love, too.

• White chicken enchiladas
• Easy taco lasagna
• Tamale pie
• Taco Bell Mexican pizza

Can these chicken chimichangas be made in the air fryer?

Yes, these chicken chimichangas can absolutely be made in the air fryer.

Set the temperate to 350° lightly spray them on all sides with cooking spray.

Then place two at a time, seam side down, into the basket.

Air fry them for about 8 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until they are golden brown on all sides.

Let them cool slightly before serving.

Chicken chimichangas ingredients

• Large flour tortillas
• Rotisserie chicken, shredded
• Refried beans
• Salsa (mild, medium or hot)
• Monterey Jack & Cheddar cheese (hand shredded)
• Sour cream
• Taco seasoning
• Vegetable oil
• Toppings of your choice- pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, etc.

Instructions

First, in a large bowl, add the shredded rotisserie chicken, refried beans, salsa, sour cream, shredded cheeses and taco seasoning.

Now, mix it all together until it’s evenly combined.

Next, warm the tortillas in the microwave for a few seconds. This will make them easier to roll.

Then evenly divide the filling mixture into the center of about 6-8 tortillas (about a half a cup into each one).

Now, top them each with a little more shredded cheese.

Then, fold the two sides over the chicken mixture and fold the bottom over those sides and roll it up.

Next, carefully add them (seam side down) into a skillet with hot oil. Work in batches and fry two at a time.

Now lightly fry them on all sides until they are nice and golden brown.

Then, quickly drain them on a dish towel or wire rack then transfer them to a serving platter.

Finally, add whatever toppings of your choice like pico de gallo and sour cream, slice them in half and serve warm. Enjoy!