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Chi-Chi’s Baked Chicken Chimichangas

Chi-Chi’s Baked Chicken Chimichangas
Enjoy the perfect blend of savory chicken, melted cheeses, and spices wrapped in a crispy tortilla with Chi-Chi’s Baked Chicken Chimichangas. An easy and satisfying dish for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Serving Size 6

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1/4 cup diced green chilies
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 6 large flour tortillas

Additional

  • Cooking spray
  • Sour cream, guacamole, and salsa (for serving)

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, cheddar cheese, salsa, green chilies, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  • Place a portion of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla, then fold the sides over and roll tightly to form chimichangas.
  • Arrange the chimichangas seam-side down on the baking sheet, spray with cooking spray, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
  • Let the chimichangas cool slightly before serving with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.

Notes

Experiment with different cheese blends for varied flavors.