Beef and Cheese Chimichangas
Deliciously crispy chimichangas filled with tender beef and melted cheese—a perfect comfort food for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded beef
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, mix the cooked shredded beef, cheese, refried beans, chili powder, cumin, and salt until well combined.
- Assemble the Chimichangas: Place a generous amount of the filling in the center of each tortilla, fold in the sides, and roll them up tightly.
- Heat the Oil: Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until hot, but not smoking.
- Fry to Perfection: Fry the chimichangas until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Drain and Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for added flavor. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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