Chicken Chimichangas
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Happy day before Cinco de Mayo! If you’ve read my blog for any length of time, you will remember that growing up we had 2-4 Mexican children living with us when I was young and I think they helped shape my love of Mexican food. This Holiday actually falls in the middle of the busiest few weeks for us at work, so unfortunately I am never able to celebrate it to the extent that I would like! So instead, I make up a few small remembrance meals like this one.
There is nothing better than a chimichanga and the use of the seasoned chicken breasts inside this one make it all the better. Be sure to try it out and Happy Cinco de Mayo..
Chicken Chimichangas
Ingredients:
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3 teaspoons chili powder
3 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup refried beans
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco-or to your liking
6 flour tortillas-warmed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
oil for deep fryingDirections:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine the garlic powder, chili powder, salt, ground cumin, paprika and cayenne pepper and rub over the chicken. Transfer to a greased baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the juices run clear. Let cool, then cut into thin strips.
In a small microwaveable bowl, combine the refried beans, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic salt, Tabasco and cut up chicken. Cover and heat in microwave for 1-2 minutes. Spoon 1/2 cup off center on each tortilla; sprinkle with cheese. Fold up edge nearest filling; fold in both sides and roll up. Secure with a toothpick.
Heat oil to 375 degrees in a deep heavy pot. Cook chimichangas until golden brown on all sides. Drain on paper towel. Serve with toppings of your choice. SOme examples: Sour cream, Mexican Crema, black olives, green onions, cheese, tomatoes or jalapeños.Taste of Home/Simple & Delicious-2012
Would it be appropriate to have a chimichanga for breakfast? I guess in Mexico it would! Here it is breakfast time and this looks too good. I am definitely pinning this one. Maybe we will do Cinco de Mayo on Sunday for our family dinner. This looks too good!
anniebakes replied: — May 4th, 2012 @ 7:44 pm
HIGHLY appropriate!
Can this be baked instead of fried?
anniebakes replied: — May 5th, 2012 @ 5:13 am
absolutely!
These look AMAZING! So yummy, Anne!!! Perfect for Cinco de Mayo!
anniebakes replied: — May 5th, 2012 @ 7:55 pm
oh thank you, have a happy margarita filled day!
Chimichangas are my absolute favorite mexican food. That is the only thing I EVER order. This looks awesome!
anniebakes replied: — May 9th, 2012 @ 1:15 pm
I am the same way!
These look great!!!