Chicken Chimichangas

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  • 2
    c
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    [shredded]
    chicken
  • 2
    pcs
    [chopped]
    green onion
  • 1
    c
    [shredded]
    cheese

    cheddar or Mexican blend

  • 1/2
    c
    salsa
  • 3
    tbsp
    vegetable oil
  • 6
    tortillas

    large/burrito

  • 1/2
    tsp
    oregano
  • 1
    tsp
    cumin
  • 1
    tsp
    chili powder
  • 1
    can
    refried beans

Directions:

Timers
  1. Cook chicken breasts in frying pan until tender and no longer pink. Allow to rest for a few minutes before chopping.
  2. Add refried beans, chicken, cheese, salsa, spices, and green onions to a mix bowl and mix to combine.
  3. Place about ½ cup of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla.
  4. Fold opposite sides over filling and roll up like a burrito.
  • For baked chimichangas, preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Brush chimichangas lightly with oil and bake for about 25 minutes, until golden and crispy.
  • For pan fried chimichangas, heat a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add oil to skillet and place chimichangas seam side down. Turn lightly every 2-30 seconds until lightly golden on all sides.

Serve warm, topped with salsa and sour cream and a side of Authentic Mexican Rice .

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