Craving a delectable and authentic Mexican dish that combines savory flavors with a crispy texture? Look no further than refried bean and cheese chimichangas, a culinary delight that will tantalize your taste buds. Picture a golden-brown tortilla enveloping a hearty filling of creamy refried beans, melted cheese, and your choice of additional ingredients. These chimichangas are not only a feast for the palate but also versatile enough to accommodate various dietary preferences. Explore our collection of recipes, ranging from classic refried bean and cheese chimichangas to vegan and gluten-free variations, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
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
BEEF & BEAN BURRITOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: ground beef, taco seasoning, flour tortillas, refried bean, shredded mexican cheese blend
Provided by Claire Nolan
Categories Lunch
Yield 6 burritos
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Add ground beef to a large skillet over high heat and sprinkle with taco seasoning. Cook, breaking up the meat, until browned. Drain the fat and set aside to cool.
- Assemble the burritos by microwaving the flour tortilla for 20 seconds, and begin to layer burrito starting with refried beans, followed by the cooked beef and cheese.
- Fold in the left and right sides of the tortilla and roll it up from the bottom, tucking the bottom edge under the filling. Wrap in parchment paper and label. Freeze up to 1 month.
- To reheat from frozen, wrap the burrito in a damp paper towel and microwave for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway or until the center is hot. Let stand 1 minute before eating.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 31 grams, Sugar 1 gram
BEEF AND BEAN CHIMICHANGAS
This is an awesome recipe, if you like Mexican food! These tasty beef and bean treats are baked instead of fried.
Provided by Nicole
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease, and add the onion, bell pepper, and corn. Cook for about 5 more minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the taco sauce, and season with chili powder, garlic salt and cumin, stirring until blended. Cook until heated through, then remove from heat, and set aside.
- Open the can of beans, and spread a thin layer of beans onto each of the tortillas. Spoon the beef mixture down the center, and then top with as much shredded cheese as you like. Roll up the tortillas, and place them seam-side down onto a baking sheet. Brush the tortillas with melted butter.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown. Serve with lettuce and tomato.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 821.3 calories, Carbohydrate 83.6 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 36 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 40.1 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 1855 mg, Sugar 6.1 g
REFRIED BEAN AND CHEESE CHIMICHANGAS
These are meatless chimichangas. This recipe comes from Pati Jinich of Pati's Mexican Table on PBS.
Provided by threeovens
Categories Mexican
Time 30m
Yield 12 chimichangas, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat a skillet over medium low heat and add half the oil; saute onions until softened, but not browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add chile and garlic; stir about 1 minute.
- Add refried beans and water; stir and chop to fully combine, then turn off heat.
- Heat tortillas, one at a time, over medium low heat just to soften, about 15 seconds per side.
- Spoon about 2 heaping tablespoons of beans and 2 heaping tablespoons cheese; fold by bringing the side closest to you about halfway up.
- Fold in the sides, then continue rolling; flatten slightly with your hand.
- Heat remaining oil in a skillet over medium low heat; brown chimichangas, in batches, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Serve with pico de gallo, sour cream, and shredded cheese, or whatever you choose.
BEEF AND BEAN CHIMICHANGAS
My family never gets bored with what I serve for dinner, because I'm always trying new recipes. These chimichangas, though, are often requested especially by our teenage daughter.-Janice Lyons, Eagle River, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 16 chimichangas.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef, onion, green pepper and garlic over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the beans, cheese and taco sauce. Cook and stir until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat., Spoon about 1/3 cup beef mixture off-center on each tortilla. Fold up edge nearest filling; fold in both sides and roll up. Secure with a toothpick. In a large skillet, fry tortillas, folded side down, in oil for 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned. Turn; cook 2-3 minutes longer. Drain on paper towels. Discard toothpicks. Serve with toppings of your choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 574mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right cheese: Use a cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, Pepper Jack, or mozzarella.
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your chimichangas the best flavor.
- Don't overfill the chimichangas: If you overfill them, they will be difficult to fold and seal.
- Cook the chimichangas until they are golden brown: This will ensure that they are cooked through.
- Serve the chimichangas with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings include sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and Pico de Gallo.
Conclusion:
Refried bean and cheese chimichangas are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. They can be made with a variety of different fillings, so you can customize them to your own taste. Whether you are serving them for a party or just for a family meal, refried bean and cheese chimichangas are sure to be a hit.
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