Can I use corn tortillas instead of flour?

Oh honey, don't do it! Corn tortillas are too brittle and will crack when you try to fold them. Flour tortillas have that perfect flexibility to hold all that delicious filling without breaking apart.

Can I prepare these ahead of time?

Absolutely! Assemble them completely (filling and all), then cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. Just add a couple extra minutes to the baking time since they'll be cold from the fridge.

Why do mine keep splitting open?

You're probably overstuffing them (I've been there!). Stick to about 1/3 cup filling per chimichanga, and make sure to tuck those sides in nice and tight before rolling. Think burrito, not overstuffed suitcase!

Can I freeze baked chimichangas?

You bet! They freeze beautifully either before or after baking. If freezing unbaked, just pop them straight into the oven when ready (no thawing needed). Already baked? Reheat in a 350°F oven until crispy again

Baked Chicken Chimichangas: 5 Secrets for Crispy Perfection

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Crispy baked chicken chimichangas filled with flavorful shredded chicken, cheese, and spices. A healthier twist on the classic fried version.

Author: Sophia Collins
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Yield: 6 chimichangas 1x
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

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2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced green chilies
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
6 large flour tortillas
2 tbsp melted butter

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F.
Mix chicken, cheese, chilies, and spices in a bowl.
Spoon filling onto tortillas and fold into burrito shapes.
Brush chimichangas with melted butter.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for easy prep.
Add black beans or rice for extra filling.
Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
Calories: 320
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 65mg

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