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Baked Chicken Chimichangas

Crunchy oven-baked chimichangas stuffed with shredded chicken, rice, and cheese—a healthier Tex-Mex dinner made in just 40 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup cooked long-grain rice
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or cooking spray
  • Optional toppings: sour cream guacamole, pico de gallo

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, rice, cheese, green onions, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
  3. Lay out one tortilla, spoon about ½ cup of the chicken mixture onto the center.
  4. Fold in the sides, then roll tightly from one end to enclose the filling.
  5. Place each chimichanga seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush or spritz with oil for extra crispiness.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes, flip, then bake an additional 10–12 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Let rest for 2 minutes before serving to lock in the cheese pull.
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