Chicken Chimichanga
These flavourful chicken chimichangas are made with cheddar cheese, bell peppers, and a variety of spices. This Mexican-inspired dish is delicious whether baked or deep-fried.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 20 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 4 Tortillas
- 2 Chicken Breasts (Boneless)
- 1 Red Bell Pepper (Finely chopped)
- 1 Green Bell Pepper (Finely chopped)
- 1 small Onion (Chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 1 tsp Cumin Powder
- 1 tsp Chilli Powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- Salt (To taste)
- Black Pepper (To taste)
- 100 g Cheddar Cheese
- Oil (For frying)
Instructions
- 1
Season the chicken breasts with cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- 4
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
- 5
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil and sauté the onion and garlic until softened. Add the sliced bell peppers and cook until tender.
- 6
Add the sliced chicken back into the skillet and mix everything together.
- 7
Lay out the tortillas and sprinkle the shredded cheese onto the centre of each tortilla. Spoon the chicken mixture on top of the cheese.
- 8
Lay out the tortillas, add the chicken mixture, and then sprinkle the cheese on top.
- 9
Fold the sides of the tortilla in, then roll up the tortilla tightly around the filling, tucking in the sides as you go.
- 10
Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chimichangas seam side down and fry for about 3 minutes or until golden brown. Flip and fry the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
- 11
Remove the chimichangas from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- 12
Serve immediately, with optional sides such as guacamole, sour cream, and salsa.