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Crispy, golden-fried burritos stuffed with a savory shredded chicken and cheese filling. This Tex-Mex classic is wonderfully indulgent and perfect for a fun weeknight dinner, served with your favorite toppings.
Cook and Shred the Chicken
Prepare the Savory Filling
Assemble the Chimichangas
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Crispy, golden-fried burritos stuffed with a savory shredded chicken and cheese filling. This Tex-Mex classic is wonderfully indulgent and perfect for a fun weeknight dinner, served with your favorite toppings.
This tex_mex recipe takes 50 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 583.82 calories per serving with 42.01g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Fry to Golden Perfection
Serve and Garnish
For a lighter version, bake the chimichangas. Brush them with melted butter or oil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
Brush the assembled chimichangas with oil and air fry at 380°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden brown.
Substitute the chicken with shredded beef (carne asada), pulled pork (carnitas), or a vegetarian filling of black beans, corn, and bell peppers.
After frying, place the chimichangas in a baking dish, top with enchilada sauce and more cheese, then bake until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
The chicken breast provides high-quality lean protein, which is essential for muscle building, tissue repair, and maintaining a healthy metabolism.
The flour tortillas are a source of carbohydrates, which the body uses as its primary fuel source, providing the energy needed for daily activities.
Ingredients like cheese and chicken contribute essential minerals such as calcium for bone health and selenium, an antioxidant that supports immune function.
A single homemade chicken chimichanga can have between 500 to 700 calories, depending on the size, specific ingredients, and amount of oil absorbed during frying. Restaurant versions are often larger and can be significantly higher in calories.
Because they are deep-fried, chimichangas are generally considered an indulgent treat rather than a healthy meal. They are high in calories and fat. For a healthier alternative, you can try baking or air frying them.
Yes, absolutely! Assemble the chimichangas as directed, lightly brush or spray them with oil, and place them in the air fryer basket. Cook at 380°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden and crispy.
Store leftover chimichangas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat and restore crispiness, use an oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwaving is not recommended as it will make them soggy.
Yes. You can prepare the filling and assemble the chimichangas up to 24 hours in advance. Store them tightly wrapped in the refrigerator. Fry them just before you plan to serve for the best crispy texture.
The main difference is the preparation method. A burrito is a soft, wrapped tortilla with a filling, served as is. A chimichanga is essentially a deep-fried burrito, which gives it a crispy, golden-brown exterior.