{"id":"7d6deef3-dcd2-40cc-ab17-65d20d90bfab","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/7d6deef3-dcd2-40cc-ab17-65d20d90bfab","source_url":"https://www.thecountrycook.net/chicken-chimichangas/","title":"Chicken Chimichangas (+Video)","description":"These Chicken Chimichangas are made with a deliciously seasoned chicken, cheese and refried bean filling all wrapped in a crispy flour tortilla!","servings":8,"servings_text":"8","prep_time":"PT20M","cook_time":"PT20M","total_time":"PT40M","image_url":"https://www.thecountrycook.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/thumbnail-Chicken-Chimichangas.jpg","archive":{"provider":"wayback","snapshot_url":"https://web.archive.org/web/20260303033212id_/https://www.thecountrycook.net/chicken-chimichangas/","original_url":"https://www.thecountrycook.net/chicken-chimichangas/","captured_at":"2026-03-03T03:32:12.000Z"},"ingredients":[{"text":"4 cups shredded cooked chicken ((I just used a rotisserie chicken))","item":"shredded cooked chicken ((I just used a rotisserie chicken))","quantity":4,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 cup refried beans","item":"refried beans","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese","item":"shredded Mexican blend cheese","quantity":2,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1  packet taco seasoning","item":"packet taco seasoning","quantity":1},{"text":"1/2 cup salsa","item":"salsa","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/2 cup sour cream","item":"sour cream","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"8  burrito size flour tortillas","item":"burrito size flour tortillas","quantity":8},{"text":"oil, for frying ((I prefer peanut or canola oil))","item":"oil, for frying ((I prefer peanut or canola oil))"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"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."},{"number":2,"text":"Divide the filling among 8 burrito size flour tortillas and place the filling in the center of the tortillas."},{"number":3,"text":"Bring the two sides over the middle of the filling, then tightly roll to form a little package."},{"number":4,"text":"Secure the package with two toothpicks and repeat with all the tortillas."},{"number":5,"text":"Heat about 2-3 inches of oil in a heavy bottom skillet to 350°F."},{"number":6,"text":"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."},{"number":7,"text":"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."},{"number":8,"text":"Serve immediately with your favorite toppings."}],"date_published":"2026-10-31T01:15:31.976425+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-31T01:15:31.976425+00:00"}