Baked Chicken Chimichanga: Easy, Flavorful Comfort Food Delight
Baked Chicken Chimichanga is the perfect comfort food that combines tender chicken with bold flavors, making it a delightful dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add shredded chicken, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder. Stir until combined.
- Spoon the chicken mixture onto tortillas, add cheese, and roll them up tightly.
- Place the chimichangas seam-side down on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve with salsa and sour cream.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in spices for a few hours before cooking.
- Feel free to customize the fillings with your favorite ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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