BAKED CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS WITH GREEN SAUCE

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Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 (10.5 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chiles (drained)
5 pitted green olives
1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and diced)
2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix (just use half)
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
8 (10 inch) flour tortillas
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
1/2 cup sour cream (for topping)
6 green onions (sliced)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Pour cream of chicken soup into a blender along with the green chiles, olives, jalapeno, and lime juice.
  • Puree until smooth, then pour into a saucepan, and warm over medium-low heat while proceeding with the recipe.
  • In a large bowl, stir together cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and half of the taco seasoning packet until well blended.
  • Fold in the chicken and mix until well combined.
  • Evenly divide mixture among the 8 tortillas.
  • Fold each tortilla into a rectangular packet around the filling.
  • Place all chimichangas in a 9 x 13 inch glass baking pan, sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Brush all sides of each chimichanga with a small amount of olive oil.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, pull pan out and turn over each chimichanga.
  • Bake for 15 minutes more.
  • Place chimichangas on a plate, and ladle the warm sauce over top.
  • Sprinkle with cheddar cheese, sour cream, and green onions.

Reflecting Moon
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These chimichangas were a fun and easy way to change up our Taco Tuesday routine.


Khizar Hayat
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I made these chimichangas in the air fryer and they turned out crispy and delicious.


QueenMing Simmons
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I added some black beans and corn to the chicken mixture and it turned out great.


Mustansar Malik
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These chimichangas were a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Amya Young
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I thought the chimichangas were a bit greasy, but they were still tasty.


Alban_ Shark
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These chimichangas were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them.


Emi Wattoo
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I've never made chimichangas before, but these were surprisingly easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.


MAHBOOB ali KUMBHAR
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I made these chimichangas for my kids and they loved them. They're now a regular in our dinner rotation.


OnlyGod Nogods01
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These chimichangas were perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Thebby Mmathema
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I'm not a huge fan of green sauce, but I really enjoyed it with these chimichangas.


jennifer wiley
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These chimichangas were a lot of work, but they were worth it. They were delicious!


Alex15 Naits85
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I thought the chimichangas were a bit bland. I would add more spices to the chicken next time.


AltafKhanKK07
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The chimichangas were a bit dry, but the green sauce helped to make up for it. I would add some more chicken or vegetables next time.


Gage Peterson
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These chimichangas were easy to make and very tasty. I used rotisserie chicken to save time and they turned out great.


Catherine spencer
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The green sauce is especially delicious.


Namugenyi Sophie
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I made these chimichangas for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Ogu Ben and Dave
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These baked chicken chimichangas were a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the green sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making these again.


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