Description
Comforting and crispy chimichangas filled with seasoned beef, creamy cheese, and refried beans, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 extra-large flour wraps (burrito style)
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil (for frying or brushing)
- 1 cup mashed refried pinto beans
- 1 small yellow onion (minced finely)
- 2 cloves garlic (pressed or finely minced)
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1ยฝ cups shredded cheddar or a Mexican-style cheese blend
- ยฝ cup tomato-based salsa
- 1 ounce taco seasoning mix (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- In a wide skillet set over medium heat, brown the ground beef along with the minced onion. Cook until the beef is no longer pink and the onions are soft.
- Drain any rendered fat from the pan. Stir in the minced garlic, taco seasoning, and salsa. Let the mixture simmer for about 3 to 4 minutes until everything is fully incorporated and thickened.
- To assemble the chimichangas, spoon a layer of refried beans in the center of each tortilla. Add a generous portion of the beef mixture on top, then sprinkle a handful of shredded cheese.
- Fold the sides inward and tightly roll each tortilla to form a secure burrito shape.
- For a Baked Version: Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC). Arrange the chimichangas seam-side down on a baking tray and lightly coat them with oil. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
- For a Skillet Version: Warm 2 to 3 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry each chimichanga seam-side down for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side until evenly browned and crispy.
- Allow the chimichangas to rest for about 2 minutes after cooking. Serve warm, garnished with toppings like sour cream, chopped lettuce, guacamole, or additional salsa.
Notes
Serve with Mexican-style rice or fresh guacamole. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying, Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg