Quick And Easy Chimichangas Recipe

Name: Quick And Easy Chimichangas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; 3/4 cup picante sauce; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 8 flour tortillas (7 to 8 inches); 1/4 cup melted butter; sour cream; guacamole

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 475 degrees.
2
Brown meat with onion and garlic; drain.
3
Stir in picante sauce, cumin, oregano and salt; simmer 5 minutes or until most of liquid has absorbed.
4
Brush 1 side of tortillas with butter; spoon heaping 1/3 cup meat mixture onto center of unbuttered sides.
5
Fold 2 sides over filling; fold ends down.
6
Place seam side down in 13x9x2-inch baking dish.
7
Bake in preheated oven about 13 minutes or until golden brown.
8
To serve, top with sour cream, guacamole and additional picante sauce.

1133

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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: 1 lb ground beef, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 clove garlic, minced, 3/4 cup picante sauce, and more.

Yes, Quick And Easy 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!

Quick And Easy Chimichangas

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Variations & substitutions

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