BAKED CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS

BAKED CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS

A chimichanga is basically a burrito that is deep fried. So when we call these Oven Baked Chicken Chimichangas I guess we should really be calling them Oven Baked Burritos because that’s all it is.

BAKED CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS

prep time: 10 MINS 

cook time: 10 MINS

These Baked Chicken Chimichangas are a healthier twist on the old classic chimichanga. 

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups cooked chicken , chopped or shredded
• 1 cup of your favorite salsa
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves , crushed
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 green onions , chopped (about 1/4 cup)
• 6 8 inch flour tortillas
• 2 tablespoons butter , melted
• diced tomato , sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and shredded cheddar cheese for topping

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Mix chicken, salsa, cumin, oregano, cheese and onions. Place about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla.
3. Fold opposite sides over filling. Roll up from bottom and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
4. Brush with melted butter. Bake at 400°F for 25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
5. Garnish with desired toppings and serve with salsa on the side.

RECIPE NOTES

adapted from Food

full recipe: https://www.the-girl-who-ate-everything.com/baked-chicken-chimichangas