Chicken Chimichangas
Baked Chicken Chimichangas - stuffed with rice, chicken, cheese and more. Such a simple dinner recipe that everyone will love. I’ve partnered with Knorr® to let you know what I think about Knorr Sides. as always, all opinions are my own.
Crispy, chicken chimichangas are simple to make and are so delicious! Packed full with your favorite fillings, these chimis are great for dinner and are perfect served with some homemade salsa and guacamole!
Our family loves good Mexican food! Being hispanic, Mexican food was something I grew up on. One of our favorite dishes happens to be Chimichangas!
What are chimichangas? a Chimichanga is a deep-fried burrito that is popular in Tex-Mex, Southwestern U.S. cuisine, especially here in arizona.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 419 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup chicken cooked and shredded
- 2/3 cup salsa
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp canola or vegetable oil divided
- 1 package Knorr® Fiesta Sides™ - Spanish Rice
- 1 1/4 cup colby jack cheese shredded
- 4 flour tortillas burrito sized
Instructions
- COMBINe the cooked shredded chicken with salsa, cumin, and oregano; set aside.
- Prepare Mexican Rice according to package directions (cover and simmer for 7 minutes). Remove from the heat.
- STIR in the chicken mixture and cheese with the rice. Divide the mixture between flour tortillas, wrap and place seam-side down on a lined baking sheet. Brush with the remaining oil and place in oven to bake for 20 minutes (or until golden brown and crispy) at 425 degrees. Serve, if desired, with your favorite toppings such as; shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped tomato, chopped cilantro, chopped green onion, chopped lettuce, and lime wedges.
Recipes Adapted From ==> lilluna.com
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