Southwest Chimichangas
For a delicious, easy-to-make meal with a Southwestern twist, these Southwest Chimichangas are the perfect solution. Loaded with flavorful shredded rotisserie chicken, black beans, corn, and gooey melted cheese, these chimichangas offer all the comforting flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine without the hassle of cooking chicken from scratch. The best part? You can choose to bake or fry them, depending on how crispy you want them to be! Using a $5 rotisserie chicken makes this recipe not only quick and convenient but also incredibly budget-friendly. Whether you’re preparing a satisfying weeknight dinner for the family or looking for a fun dish to enjoy with friends, these Southwest Chimichangas will quickly become a go-to favorite. Pair them with guacamole, salsa, or sour cream for an extra layer of flavor, and you’ll have a restaurant-quality meal right at home! This recipe is proof that frugal cooking can be both easy and incredibly delicious.
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Southwest Chimichangas
Course: MainCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: MediumThese Southwest Chimichangas are packed with flavorful shredded rotisserie chicken, black beans, corn, and melty cheese, all wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Whether baked or fried, this easy and delicious dish makes for the perfect weeknight dinner with a Southwestern twist! Serve with guacamole, salsa, or sour cream for the ultimate meal.
Ingredients
1 1/2 Cups cooked chicken, diced small
1 Tablespoon taco seasoning
1 can mexican corn, drained
2 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup cilantro, minced
2 Tablespoons green chilis
6 burrito size flour tortillas
1 cup cheddar jack cheese, shredded
Oil for frying
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients expect for tortillas and cheese.
- Fill each tortilla with filing and a little bit of cheese. Wrap tortillas tightly to ensure they do not come apart in the frying process.
- Heat oil about 1/4 inch deep in fry pan.
- Carefully place the chimichangas in the oil, seam side down, turning to each side once golden brown.
- Place on paper towels on a plate to cool for a couple of minutes before serving.
