CHICKEN RECIPES

BAKED CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS

BAKED CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS
A chimichanga is basically a burrito that is deep fried. So when we call these Oven Baked Chicken Chimichangas I guess we should really be calling them Oven Baked Burritos because that’s all it is.
BAKED CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS
prep time: 10 MINS 
cook time: 10 MINS
These Baked Chicken Chimichangas are a healthier twist on the old classic chimichanga. 

INGREDIENTS
  • 2 cups cooked chicken , chopped or shredded
  • 1 cup of your favorite salsa
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves , crushed
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 green onions , chopped (about 1/4 cup)
  • 6 8 inch flour tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons butter , melted
  • diced tomato , sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and shredded cheddar cheese for topping
INSTRUCTIONS
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Mix chicken, salsa, cumin, oregano, cheese and onions. Place about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla.
  3. Fold opposite sides over filling. Roll up from bottom and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
  4. Brush with melted butter. Bake at 400°F for 25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Garnish with desired toppings and serve with salsa on the side.
RECIPE NOTES
adapted from Food