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Chicken Chimichangas (+Video)

These Chicken Chimichangas are made with a deliciously seasoned chicken, cheese and refried bean filling all wrapped in a crispy flour tortilla!

Original recipe: thecountrycook.net

Archived copy captured 2026-03-03

Yield:
8 servings
Prep:
20 min
Cook:
20 min
Total:
40 min
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Chicken Chimichangas (+Video)

Ingredients

  1. 4 cups shredded cooked chicken ((I just used a rotisserie chicken))
  2. 1 cup refried beans
  3. 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
  4. 1 packet taco seasoning
  5. 1/2 cup salsa
  6. 1/2 cup sour cream
  7. 8 burrito size flour tortillas
  8. oil, for frying ((I prefer peanut or canola oil))

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix 4 cups shredded cooked chicken, 1 cup refried beans, 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese, 1 packet taco seasoning, 1/2 cup salsa and 1/2 cup sour cream until well combined.
  2. Divide the filling among 8 burrito size flour tortillas and place the filling in the center of the tortillas.
  3. Bring the two sides over the middle of the filling, then tightly roll to form a little package.
  4. Secure the package with two toothpicks and repeat with all the tortillas.
  5. Heat about 2-3 inches of oil in a heavy bottom skillet to 350°F.
  6. Fry the chimichangas until golden brown on all sides; you may need to flip them often so they don’t burn, about 5 minutes total. Do not crowd the pan; you will need to fry in batches. Keep an eye on the oil temperature so that it doesn’t get too hot.
  7. Place the finished chimichangas on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil, and then place them on a wire rack over a sheet tray to keep them crispy.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.