Best 5 Baked Chicken And Rice Chimichangas Recipes
Buckle up for a culinary adventure with our delectable Baked Chicken and Rice Chimichangas! These crispy, golden-brown pockets of goodness are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Our recipe features a flavorful filling of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a blend of zesty seasonings, all wrapped in a soft tortilla and baked to perfection. Say goodbye to greasy and time-consuming frying methods. Baking these chimichangas ensures an evenly cooked, crispy texture without compromising their delectable taste. We provide detailed instructions for making the perfect chimichanga dough from scratch, ensuring a pliable and flavorful base for your filling.
But wait, there's more! This article is a treasure trove of chimichanga variations, offering something for every palate. If you're craving a vegetarian option, our Veggie-Packed Chimichangas are bursting with colorful bell peppers, juicy corn, and succulent black beans, all harmoniously blended with fluffy rice and savory spices. And for those who love a spicy kick, our Salsa Verde Chimichangas pack a punch with a vibrant tomatillo salsa and creamy avocado sauce. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions, ensuring your chimichangas turn out perfectly every time.
Whether you prefer classic chicken and rice, vibrant veggie-packed, or sizzling salsa verde, this article has the perfect baked chimichanga recipe for you. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more!
CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS
My family absolutely loves this easy Chicken Chimichangas recipe! A delicious crispy burrito served topped with sour cream, guacamole and salsa.
Provided by Lauren Allen
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook chicken breasts in frying pan until tender and no longer pink. Allow to rest for a few minutes before chopping.
- Add refried beans, chicken, cheese, salsa, spices, and green onions to a mix bowl and mix to combine.
- Place about 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla.
- Fold opposite sides over filling and roll up like a burrito.
- For baked chimichangas, preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Brush chimichangas lightly with oil and bake for about 25 minutes, until golden and crispy.
- For pan fried chimichangas, heat a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add oil to skillet and place chimichangas seam side down. Turn lightly every 2-30 seconds until lightly golden on all sides.
- Serve warm, topped with salsa and sour cream and a side of Authentic Mexican Rice .
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 557 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SHORTCUT OVEN-BAKED CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS
Mimic the crunch of a chimichanga by brushing these with oil and baking them. Our children love to have them when they get home late after school activities. -Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Place a 15x10x1-in. baking pan in the oven., In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat; saute onion until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in chicken, rice, beans, chiles, chipotle pepper, cumin, salt and pepper; cook until heated through. Remove from heat; stir in cheese and cilantro. , Spoon 1 cup chicken mixture across bottom third of each tortilla. Fold bottom and sides of tortilla over filling and roll up. Brush preheated baking pan with some of the remaining oil. Place chimichangas seam side down; brush tortillas with oil. Bake until crisp and golden, about 15 minutes, turning halfway through baking. Serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 704 calories, Fat 31g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 1081mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 41g protein.
BAKED CHICKEN CHIMICHANGA
Make and share this Baked Chicken Chimichanga recipe from Food.com.
Provided by indygirl79
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Stir together cream cheese, pepper jack cheese and taco seasoning.
- Fold in chicken.
- Divide amoung tortillas.
- Tuck in sides and roll up each tortilla.
- Lay seam side down in a sprayed 9" X 13" baking dish.
- Spray tops of tortillas with cooking spray.
- Bake @ 350 for 15 minutes.
- Turn Chimi's over and bake an additional 15 minutes.
- Serve with cheddar cheese, green onions, sour cream and salsa.
CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS
Tortillas filled with a chicken, rice, beans and olive mixture - rolled, fried and topped with a piquant avocado mix, sour cream and cheese, all served on a bed of lettuce. Being raised 12 miles from the border of Mexico, I was brought up on Mexican food and learned how to make many of the dishes.
Provided by Rebecca Swift
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan combine the broth, rice, sauce, and 1 diced onion. Mix and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
- Meanwhile, heat tortillas in a large skillet (so that they are soft enough to fold).
- When rice mixture is ready, spoon equal amounts of the following onto each tortilla: Chicken, shredded Jack cheese, diced onion, olives, rice mixture and beans. Roll tortillas, tucking in sides to prevent filling from spilling over.
- Heat oil in a large skillet and fry the filled tortillas, turning, until browned on all sides. Drain on paper towels.
- To Serve: In a medium bowl combine the avocados, cilantro, lemon juice, green onions, chile peppers and tomatoes. Mash together. Place shredded lettuce on a platter, topped with chimichangas, avocado mix, sour cream and shredded Cheddar cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1595.1 calories, Carbohydrate 133.4 g, Cholesterol 214.8 mg, Fat 83.7 g, Fiber 22.1 g, Protein 79.8 g, SaturatedFat 36.6 g, Sodium 2321.7 mg, Sugar 6.1 g
BAKED CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS
I developed this quick and easy recipe through trial and error. I used to garnish it with sour cream, too, but I eliminated it in order to lighten the recipe. My friends all love it when I cook these chimichangas, and they're much healthier than deep-fried. -Rickey Madden, Clinton, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, combine chicken, 3/4 cup picante sauce, cheese, 1/4 cup onions, cumin and oregano. Spoon 1/2 cup mixture down the center of each tortilla. Fold sides and ends over filling and roll up. Place seam side down in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Brush with butter. , Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 20-25 minutes. If desired, broil until browned, 1 minute. Top with remaining picante sauce and onions. If desired, serve with sour cream., Freeze option: Cool baked chimichangas; wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Place chimichangas on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Preheat oven to 400°. Bake until heated through, 10-15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 613mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use day-old rice for the best texture.
- Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Use a large skillet to cook the chicken and rice mixture.
- Don't overcook the chicken and rice mixture, or it will be dry.
- Use a variety of cheeses to add flavor to the chimichangas.
- Be careful not to overfill the chimichangas, or they will be difficult to roll.
- Use a nonstick skillet to cook the chimichangas.
- Serve the chimichangas with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Baked chicken and rice chimichangas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken and rice. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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