Description
This Baked Chicken Chimichangas recipe is a simple, flavorful twist on traditional fried chimichangas. Cream cheese and Pepperjack cheese combined with tender shredded chicken create a creamy filling seasoned with taco spices. Wrapped in flour tortillas and baked until golden and crispy, these chimichangas make for a delicious and easy meal perfect for entertaining or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 8 oz Pepperjack cheese, shredded
- 1 1/2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded
Assembly
- 8 flour tortillas
- Cooking spray
For Garnish and Serving
- Shredded cheddar cheese (for garnish)
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sour cream (for serving)
- Salsa (for serving)
Instructions
- Mix the Cheeses and Seasoning: In a medium bowl, stir together the cream cheese, shredded Pepperjack cheese, and taco seasoning until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Chicken: Fold in the shredded cooked chicken, making sure it is evenly distributed throughout the cheese and seasoning mixture.
- Fill and Roll: Lay out the flour tortillas on a flat surface. Divide the chicken and cheese filling evenly among the tortillas. Tuck in the sides and roll each tortilla tightly to form chimichangas.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Place the rolled chimichangas seam side down in the dish and spray the tops with additional cooking spray to ensure crispiness. Bake for 15 minutes, then flip them over and bake for another 15 minutes until the chimichangas are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onions. Serve warm with sour cream and salsa on the side.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the chimichangas for 1-2 minutes after baking—watch closely to prevent burning.
- If you prefer a spicier flavor, add some chopped jalapeños or hot sauce to the filling mixture.
- Leftover chimichangas can be refrigerated and reheated in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes to maintain crispiness.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas if you want a healthier or gluten-free option.
- To reduce fat, use reduced-fat cream cheese and a lower-fat cheese variety.
