Best 6 Baked Pork Chimichangas Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our tantalizing baked pork chimichangas, where crispy tortillas embrace a savory filling of tender pork, gooey cheese, and a blend of zesty spices. These golden brown chimichangas, smothered in a luscious tomatillo salsa, offer a perfect balance of textures and flavors in every bite. Accompany your chimichangas with a refreshing avocado crema, adding a creamy and tangy touch, and a vibrant pico de gallo, bursting with the freshness of tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. This culinary journey takes you to the heart of Mexican cuisine, where each recipe unfolds a unique story of taste and tradition.

**Recipes included:**

1. **Baked Pork Chimichangas:** Discover the art of creating crispy tortillas filled with succulent pork, melted cheese, and a blend of spices, baked to perfection and served with a zesty tomatillo salsa.

2. **Tomatillo Salsa:** Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this tangy and refreshing salsa, made from roasted tomatillos, fiery peppers, and aromatic herbs.

3. **Avocado Crema:** Delight in the creamy and tangy avocado crema, a perfect complement to the savory chimichangas, adding a cooling and delightful contrast.

4. **Pico de Gallo:** Experience the freshness of this classic Mexican salsa, featuring diced tomatoes, crisp onions, and fragrant cilantro, adding a burst of color and flavor to your dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAKED CHIMICHANGAS



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My baked chimichanga recipe is healthier than a deep-fried version, but it's just as delicious. You can omit the chiles for less heat. -Angela Oelschlaeger, Tonganoxie, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2-1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
1 cup salsa
1 small onion, chopped
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
6 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup fat-free half-and-half
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a nonstick skillet, simmer the chicken, salsa, onion, cumin and oregano until ingredients are heated through and most of the liquid has evaporated. , Place 1/2 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla; top with 2 tablespoons cheese. Fold sides and ends over filling and roll up. , Place seam side down in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, until lightly browned, about 15 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the broth, bouillon and pepper. Cook until bouillon is dissolved. In a small bowl, combine flour and half-and-half until smooth; gradually stir into broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in chiles; cook until heated through. Serve with chimichangas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 1306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

IMPOSSIBLE™ BAKED CHIMICHANGAS



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A flour tortilla stuffed with a basic filling of spices, cheese, beans, Impossible™ Burger, salsa, and then baked for a healthier favorite.

Provided by sanzoe

Categories     World Cuisine     Latin American     Mexican     Main Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (12 ounce) package Impossible Burger
1 (16 ounce) can vegetarian refried beans
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
½ cup salsa
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon dried oregano
8 (10 inch) flour tortillas
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir Impossible Burger in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Mix crumbles, refried beans, cheese, salsa, chili powder, cumin, and oregano together until combined.
  • Lay tortillas on a flat work surface and place about 1/3 cup of filling in the center of each tortilla.
  • Fold tortilla sides up over filling and roll up like burritos.
  • Place chimichangas on a foil-lined baking sheet and brush with oil.
  • Bake until golden and crisp, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.8 calories, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Cholesterol 16.2 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 1126.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

PULLED PORK CHIMICHANGAS



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I love a good chimichanga because they are so versatile. You can use pork, chicken, beef, or no meat at all. Add to that some refried beans, maybe some corn, or whatever you fancy. Then fry or bake, serve with some sides and sauce, and there you go. I had some leftover pork from a smoker job I did on Thursday, so mine will be...

Provided by Andy Anderson !

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium flour tortillas, 6 inches (15cm) in diameter
2 oz cooked, pulled pork, or meat of your choice
2 Tbsp refried beans, freshly made if possible
2 Tbsp spanish rice, or rice of your choice, precooked
peanut oil, for frying, or skip this if you are baking
2 Tbsp good fresh salsa, for dipping
2 Tbsp sour cream, for dipping
2 Tbsp sharp cheddar cheese for topping, or cheese of your choice

Steps:

  • 1. Chef's Note: The origin of the chimichanga is still up for debate. My favorite is: A chef at a Mexican restaurant in Tucson, accidentally dropped a pastry into a deep fat fryer in 1922. She immediately began to utter a Spanish curse-word beginning "chi..." (chingada), but quickly stopped herself and instead exclaimed chimichanga, a Spanish equivalent of thingamajig...
  • 2. Gather your ingredients.
  • 3. Chef's Note: As you can see from the ingredients, this dish can be made anyway that you want. Use your imagination, and have a bit of fun.
  • 4. Place a flour tortilla on a flat surface.
  • 5. Spread 1 tablespoon of refried beans down the center.
  • 6. Add 1 tablespoon of rice.
  • 7. Add 1 ounce pulled pork, or whatever meat that you are using.
  • 8. Chef's Tip: If you are making this meatless, then add more refried beans and rice to the tortilla.
  • 9. Fold the bottom half up.
  • 10. Tuck in the sides.
  • 11. Roll into a tight cylinder.
  • 12. Repeat for the other tortilla.
  • 13. Heat the peanut oil in a sauté pan, to around 350f (176c).
  • 14. Place the tortillas in the sauté pan, seam side down, and then cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • 15. Then flip and cook an additional 3 to 4 minutes, or until nicely browned.
  • 16. Chef's Note: If you are baking these, then place a rack in the middle position, and preheat the oven to 350f (176c). Place the tortillas on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and place in the oven for 15 minutes, turn them over, and cook for an additional15 minutes, or until nicely browned.
  • 17. If you are frying the tortillas, then allow them to drain on a paper towel before performing the next step.
  • 18. Cut each tortilla in half on an extreme bias.
  • 19. Plate on a bed of greens with the cheese, sour cream, and salsa. Enjoy.
  • 20. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

BAKED PORK CHIMICHANGAS



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Lean shredded pork and pinto beans combine with south-of-the-border ingredients like green chiles and picante sauce in these from-scratch chimichangas. Because my recipe makes a lot, I can freeze some for those nights when I don't feel like cooking. -LaDonna Reed, Ponca City, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound dried pinto beans
1 boneless pork loin roast (3 pounds)
3 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
1 large onion, chopped
1/3 cup chili powder
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
30 flour tortillas (6 inches)
4 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
2 cups picante sauce
1 large egg white
2 teaspoons water

Steps:

  • Place beans in a stockpot; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid., Preheat oven to 350°. Place roast in a Dutch oven. In a large bowl, combine the chiles, onion, chili powder and beans. Spoon over roast. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Stir in broth; cover and bake until a thermometer reads 145°, 30-45 minutes longer. Remove meat; let stand 10 minutes., Shred meat with 2 forks; set aside. Mash bean mixture; stir in shredded pork. Spoon 1/3 cup mixture down the center of each tortilla; top with 2 tablespoons cheese and 1 tablespoon picante sauce. Fold sides and ends over filling and roll up. Place seam sides down on two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray., In a small bowl, whisk egg white and water; brush over tops. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 25-30 minutes. Serve immediately or cool, wrap and freeze for up to 3 months., To use frozen chimichangas: Place chimichangas on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Preheat oven to 400°. Bake until heated through, 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 475mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PORK CHIMICHANGAS



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Once upon a time in Tucson, Arizona (somewhere between the 1920's and 1950's) a burrito was dropped into a fryer, giving birth to the beloved chimichanga. Perhaps it was an accident or this Tex-Mex reinvention was intentional. Either way, we're happy our version with braised pork, homemade green sauce and Cheddar exists.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup vegetable oil, plus more for deep-frying
2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into rough 1-inch chunks
1 teaspoon coriander seeds, crushed
1 teaspoon whole cumin seeds
6 cloves garlic, smashed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 12-ounce bottle pilsner-style beer, such as Corona
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
8 ounces tomatillos, husks removed, rinsed and quartered (about 3 medium)
1/4 cup whole raw almonds
3 canned chipotles in adobo sauce
1 small red onion, quartered
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro with tenders stems (about 1 cup packed)
Six 12-inch flour tortillas
1 1/2 cups shredded yellow Cheddar
Guacamole, pico de gallo and sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat 1/4 cup of the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the pork, coriander, cumin, garlic and salt and pepper, and cook, turning as needed, until the pork is brown, about 15 minutes. Pour in 8 ounces of the beer and the vinegar, scraping up the brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Cover and braise over medium-low heat until the pork is fork tender and the liquid just covers the bottom of the pot, about 45 minutes. Remove the pork, keeping the remaining braising juices in the pot. Let cool and shred. Add the pork back into the pot and set aside.
  • Combine the tomatillos, almonds, chipotles, onion, cilantro, the remaining 4 ounces beer and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in a blender. Puree until smooth.
  • Heat the remaining 1/4 cup oil in a large, straight-sided skillet over medium heat and add the tomatillo mixture. Cook, stirring frequently to prevent the bottom from burning, until reduced by half, about 15 minutes. Take care, the sauce will splatter as it cooks. Pour the green sauce into the pork and toss to combine.
  • Fill a large, heavy-bottomed pot with about 4 inches of oil, attach a deep fat fry thermometer and heat to 375 degrees F.
  • Lay a tortilla out on a work surface. Put 1/4 cup of the cheese across the center of the tortilla. Top with about 3/4 cup of the pork and spread evenly. Roll into burritos by folding the bottom half of the tortilla over the pork and cheese filling, and then folding the 2 sides in. Roll up and secure with 2 toothpicks. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, cheese and pork.
  • Fry the burritos in batches, turning as needed, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the toothpicks and serve the chimichangas with guacamole, pico de gallo and sour cream.

SHREDDED BEEF OR PORK CHIMICHANGAS



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This is the one recipe everybody asks me for. This recipe is an all day project. It is well worth the effort. If you have a large freezer, you'd probably fill it up with these. The kids can eat these when they come home from school, a quick dinner when you don't feel like cooking, etc. When I tripled this recipe I started at 10am and finished around 6pm. I made about 60 of these. I roll up the sleeves and make these about twice a year. There is always a family gathering on the night they come out fresh. Bet you can't eat just one!

Provided by Chef Booshman

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 4h30m

Yield 10-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 lbs beef (cheap roast kind, or pork shoulder) or 3 lbs pork (cheap roast kind, or pork shoulder)
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons oregano leaves
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
6 -8 garlic cloves, pressed
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
water
20 flour tortillas, 9-inch (dinner plate size)
1 lb monterey jack cheese or 1 lb cheddar cheese
canola oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Cut meat into large chunks (3-4") and place in cooking pot. cover with water. Add all ingredients except for last three items.
  • Bring to a boil then cover and cook on medium hear for at least two hours.
  • After 2 hours, bring back to full boil with lid removed.
  • While evaporating water, remove several pieces for pot and shred using two forks. When only +/- 1/2" of goop is left in the pot, remove from heat and return shredded meat back to the pot and blend with remaining slurry.
  • Open a package of tortillas and place in microwave with a wet paper towel placed on top. Microwave on high for 1 minute.
  • Place a tortilla on plate and spoon 1-2 Tblspn of meat at bottom of tortilla. Sprinkle with shredded cheese, chopped onion(optional) and roll up burrito style.
  • Repeat with remaining tortillas until all the meat is used up.
  • In large skillet, heat up 1-1/2" depth of oil to approximately 350 degrees. (If you put too much oil in the skillet or if it gets too hot, the chimis will begin to unravel). Cook until browned on each side (about 3 minutes). Drain on paper toweling.
  • Eat'em while they're warm -- freeze the rest.
  • Reheat frozen ones in the microwave on high for three minutes or place on rack in a preheated 450 degree oven for 8-10 minutes.
  • Serve with chopped tomato, lettuce, cheese, sour cream (stuff you'd put on a taco).

Tips:

  • For a crispy chimichanga, use a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and cook the chimichangas for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  • If you don't have a skillet or griddle, you can also bake the chimichangas in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve the chimichangas with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or cheese.
  • To make the chimichangas ahead of time, cook them according to the recipe and then let them cool completely. Store the chimichangas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the chimichangas in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.

Conclusion:

Baked pork chimichangas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. With a crispy tortilla, tender pork filling, and flavorful sauce, these chimichangas are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these baked pork chimichangas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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