Chimchito Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Chimchito
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded; 12 white onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies; 1 cup diced tomato; 1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce; 1 (10 ounce) can black beans; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; ¼ cup chopped cilantro; 6 flour tortillas, burrito size; sour cream

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 400.
2
Saute onions in a little oil in a skillet.
3
When softened, add garlic and cook for about a minute.
4
Add chicken, tomatoes, black beans, and green chiles.
5
Heat tortillas to make them pliable.
6
Turn off heat, add cheese and cilantro.
7
Spoon 1/6 mixture on each tortilla and roll up.
8
Place on a greased pan and rub top of burrito lightly with oil.
9
Bake until golden, about 20 minutes.
10
In a separate pan, heat the enchilada sauce.
11
Spoon warm enchilada sauce on a plate, lay chimichito on top, add some enchilada sauce and top with a spoonful of sour cream.

1335

kcal

Calories

Fat

175

Carbs

107

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded, 12 white onion, chopped, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, and more.

Yes, Chimchito 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chimchito

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