Ground Beef, Corn And Black Bean Chimichangas

Name: Ground Beef, Corn And Black Bean Chimichangas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic; 1 bell pepper (seeded and chopped, use red or green); 2 tablespoons oil (optional); 2 -3 tablespoons chili powder (or to taste); 2 -3 teaspoons cumin (or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste); seasoning salt; black pepper; 1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes, well drained; 1/2 - 3/4 cup salsa (mild or spicy); 1 cup canned corn kernel, well drained; 1 1/2 cups refried beans; 1 cup canned black beans (rinsed and well drained); 6 (8 inch) flour tortillas; oil (for frying); shredded lettuce (optional); shredded cheddar cheese (any amount desired); sour cream (any amount desired); TOPPINGS; guacamole; salsa

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef
1 onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
1 bell pepper (seeded and chopped, use red or green)
2 tablespoons oil (optional)
2 -3 tablespoons chili powder (or to taste)
2 -3 teaspoons cumin (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
seasoning salt
black pepper
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes, well drained
1/2 - 3/4 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
1 cup canned corn kernel, well drained
1 1/2 cups refried beans
1 cup canned black beans (rinsed and well drained)
6 (8 inch) flour tortillas
oil (for frying)
shredded lettuce (optional)
shredded cheddar cheese (any amount desired)
sour cream (any amount desired)
TOPPINGS
guacamole
salsa

1
In a skillet cook the ground beef with onion, garlic and bell pepper until no longer pink; drain fat.
2
Add in 1-2 tablespoons oil, chili powder, cumin, thyme and cayenne; cook stirring until well browned (about 10-12 minutes) season with seasoned salt (or white salt) and black pepper.
3
Add in chopped tomatoes and salsa; cook stirring for about 15-20 minutes.
4
Add in corn, refried beans and black beans; stir with wooden spoon until heated through (about 5-6 minutes) season with more salt and pepper if desired; remove from heat.
5
Place about 1/2 cup ground beef filling down the middle of each tortilla; fold opposite sides of the tortilla to center over the beef mixture, then fold ends toward center; secure with a toothpick; place on a plate and refrigerate for about 20 minutes.
6
Heat about 2-inches oil in a heavy skillet until 375u00b0F.
7
Fry 1-2 chimichangas at a time in hot oil about 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
8
Place a bed of shredded lettuce onto a large serving plate or dish (this is only optional) then top with chimichangas.
9
Sprinkle each hot chimichanga with cheddar cheese then dollop with sour cream.
10
Serve with salsa and/or guacamole if desired.
11
Delicious!

1345

kcal

Calories

Fat

186

Carbs

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 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, 1 onion, finely chopped, 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic, 1 bell pepper (seeded and chopped, use red or green), and more.

Yes, Ground Beef, Corn And Black Bean 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!