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Almost Famous Chimichangas Recipe

Craving Chi-Chi's famous chimichangas? This Food Network Magazine-inspired recipe delivers the same incredible flavor, baked to perfection for a healthier twist! Enjoy crispy tortillas filled with savory seasoned beef, all smothered in our copycat Mexi-sauce. Get ready for a taste of Tex-Mex heaven!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 694.1 kcal
Protein 45g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Almost Famous Chimichangas

  • Unsalted Butter, quantity not specified in recipe
  • Canola Oil, for brushing/frying (as needed)
  • 1 large White Onion, chopped
  • 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • Jalapeno Pepper, quantity not specified in recipe
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • Ground Cinnamon, quantity not specified in recipe
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes & Green Chilies (for filling); plus Tomatoes for optional topping (quantity as desired)
  • Fresh Cilantro, for optional topping (quantity as desired)
  • Chicken, quantity not specified in recipe (Note: Recipe calls for 1 lb ground beef)
  • Sour Cream, for optional topping (quantity as desired)
  • 12 (10 inch) Flour Tortillas
  • Refried Beans, quantity not specified in recipe
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
  • Lettuce, for optional topping (quantity as desired)
  • Onion, quantity not specified in recipe
  • Sugar, quantity not specified in recipe
  • Salt, quantity not specified in recipe
  • 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Green Chilies
  • Chicken Broth, quantity not specified in recipe
  • Cilantro, for optional topping (quantity as desired)
  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 1 (15 ounce) can Tomato Sauce
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 cup Water
  • Mexi-sauce, for serving

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How to Make Almost Famous Chimichangas

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the green chilies, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute more.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the tomato sauce and water. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. Meanwhile, lightly brush both sides of each tortilla with oil. This helps them crisp up in the oven.
  7. Fill each tortilla with about 1/2 cup of the beef mixture and 1/4 cup of shredded cheese.
  8. Fold the tortillas in half to form a half-moon shape. Place seam down on a baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings and the Mexi-sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

56 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

68g

Carbs

22g

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Beef & Red Meat Ground Beef Recipes The Americas American Mexican Baking

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