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Chicken Chimichanga
These flavourful chicken chimichangas are made with cheddar cheese, bell peppers, and a variety of spices. This Mexican-inspired dish is delicious whether baked or deep-fried.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 343 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine:
European , Mexican
Ingredients
- 4 tortillas
- 2 chicken breasts Boneless
- 1 red bell pepper Finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper Finely chopped
- 1 small onion Chopped
- 2 cloves garlic Minced
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp chilli powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- salt To taste
- black pepper To taste
- 100 g cheddar cheese
- oil For frying
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil and sauté the onion and garlic until softened. Add the sliced bell peppers and cook until tender.
- Add the sliced chicken back into the skillet and mix everything together.
- Lay out the tortillas and sprinkle the shredded cheese onto the centre of each tortilla. Spoon the chicken mixture on top of the cheese.
- Lay out the tortillas, add the chicken mixture, and then sprinkle the cheese on top.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla in, then roll up the tortilla tightly around the filling, tucking in the sides as you go.
- Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chimichangas seam side down and fry for about 3 minutes or until golden brown. Flip and fry the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the chimichangas from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve immediately, with optional sides such as guacamole, sour cream, and salsa.
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Notes
- You can adjust the amount of spices to your liking or add additional spices such as oregano or coriander.
- For a healthier option, you can bake the chimichangas in the oven instead of frying them. Brush them with a little bit of oil and bake at 200°C for about 15-20 minutes or until crispy and golden brown.
- You can also add some black beans or corn to the filling for additional flavour and nutrition.
- Nutritional facts:The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.
Nutrition Information
Calories
343kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
20g
(7%)
Protein
33g
(66%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
97mg
(32%)
Sodium
653mg
(27%)
Potassium
593mg
(17%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
636IU
(13%)
Vitamin C
33mg
(37%)
Vitamin D
0.3µg
Calcium
246mg
(25%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 343kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 653mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 593mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 636IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 33mg | 37% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 246mg | 25% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.