Cheesy Chimichangas Recipe

Name: Cheesy Chimichangas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs ground beef; 2 large onions, chopped; 2 teaspoons garlic salt; ½ teaspoon pepper; 12 flour tortillas; vegetable oil; 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided; 2 cups monterey jack cheese, divided; shredded lettuce; chopped tomato; sour cream (optional); guacamole (optional)

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs ground beef
2 large onions, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic salt
½ teaspoon pepper
12 flour tortillas
vegetable oil
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups monterey jack cheese, divided
shredded lettuce
chopped tomato
sour cream (optional)
guacamole (optional)

1
In a skillet, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
2
Stir in garlic salt and pepper.
3
Warm the tortillas; brush one side with oil.
4
Spoon 1/4 cup of beef mixture off center on oiled side of tortillas.
5
Top with 1 tablespoon each of salsa, cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese.
6
Fold up edge nearest filling; fold in both sides and roll up.
7
Secure with toothpicks; place in a greased 13x9x2 inch baking dish.
8
Brush with oil.
9
Bake, uncovered, at 450* for 10 - 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
10
Sprinkle with remaining cheeses.
11
Bake 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
12
To serve, place chimichangas on a bed of lettuce and tomato.
13
Top with remaining salsa and 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs ground beef, 2 large onions, chopped, 2 teaspoons garlic salt, ½ 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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