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Baked Chicken Chimichanga

A healthier twist on the classic chimichanga, featuring baked chicken wrapped in a tortilla and topped with cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Filling
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn canned or frozen
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
  • 4 large flour tortillas
Topping
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup guacamole

Method
 

Prepare the Filling
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and taco seasoning. Stir until heated through.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in half of the cheddar cheese.
Assemble the Chimichangas
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Lay a tortilla flat and spoon about 1/2 cup of the chicken filling onto the center.
  3. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly. Place seam side down on a baking sheet.
  4. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
Bake
  1. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top of the chimichangas.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Serve
  1. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
  2. Serve with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chimichangaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gFiber: 8gSugar: 2g

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add diced onions and bell peppers to the filling.

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