Chicken Chimichangas (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Filling
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2 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
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1 can refried beans
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1/2 cup salsa
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1 teaspoon cumin
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
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2 green onions, chopped
→ Assembly
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3 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
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6 large flour tortillas
→ Toppings
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Salsa for serving
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Sour cream for serving
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Guacamole for serving
# Instructions:
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Cook chicken breasts in frying pan until no longer pink. Let rest before chopping.
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Combine refried beans, chicken, cheese, salsa, spices, and green onions in a bowl.
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Place 1/2 cup filling in center of each tortilla. Fold sides over and roll up burrito style.
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Brush with oil and bake at 400°F for 25 minutes until golden and crispy.
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Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Cook chimichangas seam side down, turning every 2-3 seconds until golden all over.
# Notes:
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Can be baked or pan fried
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Best served with Mexican rice
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Add toppings just before serving