Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
1 cup salsa of choice
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed
1 cup shredded cheese
2 green onions, chopped (about 1/4 cup)
6 (8-inch) flour tortillas
2 tablespoons melted butter
Optional toppings: diced tomato, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
1-Preheat oven to 400°F.
2-Mix the 2 cups cooked chicken, 1 cup salsa, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves (crushed), 1 cup shredded cheese, and 2 green onions (chopped, about 1/4 cup).
3-Place about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture in the center of each of the 6 (8-inch) flour tortillas.
4-Fold the opposite sides over the filling, roll from the bottom, and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
5-Brush each chimichanga with the 2 tablespoons melted butter.
6-Bake at 400°F for 25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
7-Garnish with desired toppings and serve with salsa on the side.
Last Step:
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🍗 Use leftover or rotisserie chicken to save time.
🧈 Brushing tortillas with melted butter ensures crispiness without frying.
🌶️ Serve with fresh toppings like guacamole, sour cream, and salsa for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga