Beef and Cheese Chimichangas
Deliciously crispy Beef and Cheese Chimichangas that are perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can refried beans
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Oil for frying
- Sour cream (for serving)
- Salsa (for serving)
- Spices (optional: garlic powder, cumin, chili powder)
Instructions
- Start by browning the beef. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, seasoning with garlic powder, cumin, and chili powder to taste. Drain any excess grease.
- Mix in the refried beans and half of the shredded cheese until well-combined and creamy.
- Wrap a tortilla flat on a plate, spoon some of the mixture into the center, fold the sides over, and roll it up tightly.
- Fry the chimichangas in heated oil over medium-high until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 3-5 minutes per side.
- Drain them on paper towels once done.
- Serve hot with remaining cheese, sour cream, and salsa.
Notes
Don’t forget to make sure your oil is hot enough for frying to avoid soggy chimichangas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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