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Easy Chimichangas

Make delicious chimichangas with this simple recipe. You can use leftover cooked beef, pork, or chicken. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Simmer Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 chimichangas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 343
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1/4 cup Bacon grease or olive oil
  • 2 cups Shredded cooked beef, pork or chicken
  • 1 medium Onion, diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 medium Tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cans (4 ounces each) Chopped green chiles
  • 1 large Peeled boiled potato, diced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons Minced fresh cilantro
For Assembly and Frying
  • 12 Flour tortillas (12 inches), warmed
  • Oil for frying
Optional Toppings
  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Guacamole
  • Salsa
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Chopped tomatoes
  • Lime wedges

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Electric skillet or deep-fat fryer
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat bacon grease or olive oil over medium heat. Add the shredded meat, diced onion, minced garlic, chopped tomatoes, green chiles, and diced potato. Stir in the salt, oregano, chili powder, and cilantro. Simmer until the liquid has reduced, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  2. To assemble, place about 1/2 cup of the filling off-center on each warmed tortilla. Fold up the edge nearest the filling. Fold in both sides, then roll up tightly. If needed, secure with a toothpick.
  3. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°F (190°C). Carefully cook the chimichangas until golden brown on all sides, turning as needed. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Serve the chimichangas with your choice of optional toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 343kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 16gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 862mgFiber: 7gSugar: 2g

Notes

This recipe makes 6 servings. You can prepare the filling ahead of time and refrigerate it. Reheat the filling gently before assembling the chimichangas.

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