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chicken chimichangas
Crispy and flavorful chicken chimichangas made with shredded chicken, cheese, and a blend of spices, then baked until golden.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
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Main Ingredients
0.5
cup
diced tomato
3
tablespoons
chopped onion
1
tablespoon
chopped fresh cilantro
1
teaspoon
fresh lime juice
12
ounces
shredded cooked chicken breast
4
oz
mild diced green chiles
4
large
low-carb whole wheat tortillas
0.5
cup
shredded pepper Jack cheese
1
tablespoon
olive oil spray
Instructions
Preparation Steps
In a small bowl, combine diced tomato, chopped onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken with lime juice, chopped chiles, and spices until well coated.
Place about 3/4 cup of chicken mixture onto the center of each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, and roll tightly into a cylinder, folding in the ends.
Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray each chimichanga with olive oil and place seam side down on a baking sheet.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
Serve hot with toppings of choice such as sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
Notes
Enjoy these crispy baked chicken chimichangas as a satisfying Tex-Mex meal.