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Easy Baked Chicken and Cheese Chimichangas

A single, golden-brown baked chimichangas filled with shredded chicken and melted cheese, served on a white plate.
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Make crispy, satisfying chicken chimichangas without deep frying. This oven-baked recipe delivers cheesy flavor and a golden crunch, perfect for a quick Tex-Mex dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 10 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 cup refried beans (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Cooking spray
  • Optional toppings: Salsa, sour cream, guacamole, shredded lettuce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or coat it with cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly.
  3. Warm the tortillas briefly in the microwave (about 15 seconds) to make them pliable and prevent tearing.
  4. Place about 1/4 cup of the seasoned chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. If using, spread a thin layer of refried beans over the chicken.
  5. Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons of the mixed cheeses over the filling.
  6. Fold the sides of the tortilla inward over the filling, then tightly roll the tortilla up like a burrito. Place the seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  8. Spray the tops and sides of the rolled chimichangas generously with cooking spray to help them crisp up.
  9. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy.
  10. Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving immediately with your preferred toppings.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can brush the tops with melted butter instead of using cooking spray before baking.
  • You can prepare these ahead of time. Assemble the chimichangas, place them seam-side down on a freezer-safe tray, and freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding 5-10 minutes to the cook time.
  • Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time on weeknights.

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