Cheesy Chimichangas Recipe

Name: Cheesy Chimichangas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 pounds ground beef; 2 large onions, chopped; 2 teaspoon garlic salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 12 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed; Canola oil; 1 jar (16 ounces) salsa, divided; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided; 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided; Shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes; Sour cream and guacamole, optional

Servings: persons

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
2 large onions, chopped
2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
12 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
Canola oil
1 jar (16 ounces) salsa, divided
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
Shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes
Sour cream and guacamole, optional

1
In a large skillet, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in garlic salt and pepper.
2
Brush one side of each tortilla with oil. Spoon 1/4 cup beef mixture off-center on oiled side of tortillas. Top with 1 tablespoon each of salsa, cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese. Fold sides and ends over filling and roll up. Secure with toothpicks; place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Brush with oil
3
Bake, uncovered, at 450u00b0 for 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Remove toothpicks.
4
Serve chimichangas on a bed of lettuce and tomato. Spoon remaining salsa over chimichangas. Serve with sour cream and guacamole if desired.

1634

kcal

Calories

Fat

234

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 pounds ground beef, 2 large onions, chopped, 2 teaspoon garlic salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Chimichangas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cheesy Chimichangas

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