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Chicken Chimichanga

Chicken Chimichanga

by Nabeela Kauser
These flavourful chicken chimichangas are made with cheddar cheese, bell peppers, and a variety of spices. This Mexican-inspired dish is delicious whether baked or deep-fried.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican, Western
Servings 4
Calories 343 kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 Tortillas
  • 2 Chicken Breasts Boneless
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Finely chopped
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper Finely chopped
  • 1 small Onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder
  • 1 tsp Chilli Powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • Salt To taste
  • Black Pepper To taste
  • 100 g Cheddar Cheese
  • Oil For frying

Instructions

  • Season the chicken breasts with cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
  • In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil and sauté the onion and garlic until softened. Add the sliced bell peppers and cook until tender.
  • Add the sliced chicken back into the skillet and mix everything together.
  • Lay out the tortillas and sprinkle the shredded cheese onto the centre of each tortilla. Spoon the chicken mixture on top of the cheese.
  • Lay out the tortillas, add the chicken mixture, and then sprinkle the cheese on top.
  • Fold the sides of the tortilla in, then roll up the tortilla tightly around the filling, tucking in the sides as you go.
  • Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chimichangas seam side down and fry for about 3 minutes or until golden brown. Flip and fry the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove the chimichangas from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
  • Serve immediately, with optional sides such as guacamole, sour cream, and salsa.

Notes

You can adjust the amount of spices to your liking or add additional spices such as oregano or coriander.
For a healthier option, you can bake the chimichangas in the oven instead of frying them. Brush them with a little bit of oil and bake at 200°C for about 15-20 minutes or until crispy and golden brown.
You can also add some black beans or corn to the filling for additional flavour and nutrition.
Nutritional facts:
The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.

Nutrition

Calories: 343kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 33gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 97mgSodium: 653mgPotassium: 593mgFibre: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 636IUVitamin C: 33mgVitamin D: 0.3µgCalcium: 246mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Burrito, Chicken, Food, Recipe, Tortilla, Wrap
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