Description
Get ready to enjoy the ultimate Tex-Mex comfort food with these Crispy Chicken Chimichangas! Perfectly golden, crunchy tortillas wrap around a rich, creamy chicken filling bursting with flavor. Baked or air-fried for that irresistible crisp without the mess of deep frying, this easy recipe is ideal for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep. Whether you’re hunting for new dinner ideas, craving a healthy snack twist, or just want an easy recipe with bold flavor, these chimichangas check all the boxes. Serve them with fresh toppings or your favorite sides for a complete and satisfying meal!
Ingredients
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup salsa
1 cup shredded cheese (Mexican blend or cheddar)
1/4 cup diced green chiles
6 large flour tortillas (burrito-sized)
2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking spray
Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, cream cheese, salsa, shredded cheese, and green chiles until well combined.
2. Warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 20 seconds to make them flexible and easy to fold.
3. Spoon the filling into the center of each tortilla (about 1/2 cup per tortilla). Fold the sides in, then roll up tightly and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
4. Brush each chimichanga with olive oil or spray with cooking spray to help them crisp up in the oven or air fryer.
5. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, or air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through for even browning.
6. Serve hot, topped with salsa, sour cream, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
Warm the tortillas first to make rolling easier and avoid tearing.
Don’t overfill or the chimichangas may burst open during cooking.
To keep them crispy after baking, let them cool on a wire rack instead of a plate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked or Air-Fried
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg