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Roast chicken chimichangas

Recipe Information

Description:
Roast chicken chimichangas is a delicious Mexican recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 10 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 25 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 10 Minutes
Total Time 25 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Chicken; Tortillas
Category Poultry; Rice & Grains
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cooked

  • 1 cup crumbled queso fresco

  • 1/4 cup chopped green onion

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 1 (4 1/2 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained

  • 1 (16 ounce) can fat-free refried beans

  • 6 (8 inch) flour tortillas

  • Cooking spray

  • 1/2 cup bottled green salsa

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 500°F.

  • Using a large bowl, mix the chicken breast, queso fresco, green onion, oregano, cumin, garlic, and green chilies together.

  • Along the center of the tortilla, place 1/4 cup beans evenly.

  • Place 2/3 cup of the chicken combination onto the tortilla.

  • Use a cooking spray covered baking sheet, place the tortillas in rolls with the seam side facing downwards.

  • Spray the top of the chimichanga with cooking spray.

  • Bake for 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 288 cal

  • Total fat: 7g

  • Saturated fat: 2g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 3g

  • Cholesterol: 50mg

  • Sodium: 531mg

  • Potassium: 390mg

  • Carbohydrate: 33g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 24g