Chicken Chimichangas

Name: Chicken Chimichangas
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups cooked shredded chicken breasts*; Vegetable oil for frying, (plus 2 tsp for sautéing ); 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion; 1 clove garlic, (minced); 1/2 cup tomato sauce; 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 2 1/2 tsp chili powder; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/4 tsp ground coriander; 1/4 cup salsa** ((bottled or fresh)); 2 Tbsp sour cream, (plus more for topping); 1 3/4 cups refried beans, (homemade or store bought*); 6 burrito size flour tortillas; 5 oz shredded Mexican cheese blend ((1 1/4 cups)***); Guacamole and diced tomatoes, (for serving (optional))

Instructions

Prep:25minCook:20min

These are straight up comfort food the whole family will love! Tortillas are layered with refried beans, seasoned shredded chicken and cheese then they're wrapped and fried for a perfectly crisp, oh so satisfying texture!

Updated at: Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:27:06 GMT