SOUTHWEST CHICKEN CHIMICHANGA
There's only ONE thing that could make this recipe any better... a big side of queso! Great flavor, great recipe.
Provided by Geoffry Le Cher
Categories Tacos & Burritos
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl, debone the chicken and shred the meat.
- 2. Add sour cream, chopped green chiles, corn, onion, garlic, both cheeses, and spices.
- 3. Toss well.
- 4. Set oven to 200 and in a large pan over moderate heat, warm 1/4 cup of oil until it sizzles.
- 5. Meanwhile, put 1/4 cup of the chicken filling into each tortilla, roll, and secure with a toothpick.
- 6. Working one at a time, pan-fry until the tortillas are golden brown and the interior mixture is warm, about 4 minutes per side.
- 7. Add additional oil after each fry session. Drain on a paper towel, and transfer to oven to keep warm.
- 8. When ready to serve, place on platter (or serve 2 per plate), and serve with favorite guacamole or sour cream.
CREAMY CHICKEN CHIMICHANGA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: onion, garlic, bell pepper, jalapeño, salt, pepper, rotisserie chicken, corn, cumin, paprika, cream cheese, flour tortillas, cheese blend, oil, sour cream, pico de gallo
Provided by Hector Gomez
Categories Dinner
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Add onion, garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeño to a lightly oiled sauté pan. Season with salt and pepper, then cook until onions are translucent.
- Once veggies are fully cooked add in chicken, corn, cumin, and paprika. Mix together until fully combined.
- Remove chicken from the heat and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Add in cream cheese and mix until chicken becomes creamy.
- Using a medium-sized ice cream scooper. Scoop out 2 portions of creamy chicken and place on flour tortilla. Top with cheese blend then roll tightly into a burrito.
- Preheat oil to 325ºF (170ºC).
- Place burrito into shallow oil, flap side down to create a seal and cook for 2-3 minutes on both sides or until golden brown.
- Top with sour cream and pico de gallo.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 712 calories, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 46 grams, Sugar 6 grams
CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS
Crispy outside with gooey cheese inside, this homemade Mexican favorite had our testers saying, "Hello, delicious!" Pair with Spanish rice or serve with chips and salsa for a restaurant-quality meal prepared in minutes. -Bridget Harrison, Cedar Hill, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until heated through. Spoon 1/3 cup off-center on each tortilla; sprinkle with cheese. Fold up edge nearest filling; fold in both sides and roll up. Secure with a toothpick., In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Cook chimichangas until golden brown, turning to cook all sides. Drain on paper towels. Serve with toppings of your choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 640 calories, Fat 43g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 806mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
BAKED CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS
I developed this quick and easy recipe through trial and error. I used to garnish it with sour cream, too, but I eliminated it in order to lighten the recipe. My friends all love it when I cook these chimichangas, and they're much healthier than deep-fried. -Rickey Madden, Clinton, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, combine chicken, 3/4 cup picante sauce, cheese, 1/4 cup onions, cumin and oregano. Spoon 1/2 cup mixture down the center of each tortilla. Fold sides and ends over filling and roll up. Place seam side down in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Brush with butter. , Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 20-25 minutes. If desired, broil until browned, 1 minute. Top with remaining picante sauce and onions. If desired, serve with sour cream., Freeze option: Cool baked chimichangas; wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Place chimichangas on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Preheat oven to 400°. Bake until heated through, 10-15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 613mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS WITH SOUR CREAM SAUCE
I am not generally a fan of chimichangas at restaurants, but this had me going back for seconds. It is easy to prepare the meat ahead of time and then have a very quick meal in a pinch.
Provided by SSTRAWDER
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Place the chicken breasts into a large saucepan. Pour in the water, and season with chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, cumin, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a simmer over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, stir in 4 ounces of green chiles, onion, and garlic; continue simmering until the liquid has reduced to 1 cup. Reserve remaining 3 ounces of chopped green chilies. Remove the chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the onion mixture.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour, and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the water and bouillon cube until the water has thickened and the bouillon cube has dissolved, about 4 minutes. Whisk in reserved 3 ounces of green chilies and the sour cream; season to taste with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Place a tortilla onto your work surface, then spoon about 1/3 cup of the chicken filling halfway between the bottom edge and the center of the tortilla. Flatten the filling into rectangle shape with the back of a spoon. Sprinkle about 1 ounce of the Monterey Jack cheese over the filling. Fold the bottom of the tortilla snugly over the filling, then fold in the left and right edges. Roll the chimichanga up to the top edge, forming a tight cylinder; secure the ends with wooden toothpicks. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Cook the chimichangas, 2 at a time, in the hot oil until they are crisp and golden brown on both sides, about 1 minute per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate, and remove toothpicks. Top with sour cream sauce to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Cholesterol 72.2 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 1042.6 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS
Tortillas filled with a chicken, rice, beans and olive mixture - rolled, fried and topped with a piquant avocado mix, sour cream and cheese, all served on a bed of lettuce. Being raised 12 miles from the border of Mexico, I was brought up on Mexican food and learned how to make many of the dishes.
Provided by Rebecca Swift
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan combine the broth, rice, sauce, and 1 diced onion. Mix and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
- Meanwhile, heat tortillas in a large skillet (so that they are soft enough to fold).
- When rice mixture is ready, spoon equal amounts of the following onto each tortilla: Chicken, shredded Jack cheese, diced onion, olives, rice mixture and beans. Roll tortillas, tucking in sides to prevent filling from spilling over.
- Heat oil in a large skillet and fry the filled tortillas, turning, until browned on all sides. Drain on paper towels.
- To Serve: In a medium bowl combine the avocados, cilantro, lemon juice, green onions, chile peppers and tomatoes. Mash together. Place shredded lettuce on a platter, topped with chimichangas, avocado mix, sour cream and shredded Cheddar cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1595.1 calories, Carbohydrate 133.4 g, Cholesterol 214.8 mg, Fat 83.7 g, Fiber 22.1 g, Protein 79.8 g, SaturatedFat 36.6 g, Sodium 2321.7 mg, Sugar 6.1 g
SOUTHWEST CHICKEN CHILI
Chicken thighs are a nice change-of-pace in this easy chili. I also add a smoked ham hock and fresh cilantro to add flavor and keep the dish interesting. -Phyllils Beatty, Chandler, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h15m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Add the ham hock, beans, broth, chilies, onion and seasonings. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or until ham is tender. , Remove ham bone. When cool enough to handle, remove meat from bone; discard bone. Cut meat into bite-size pieces and return to slow cooker. Serve with sour cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 735mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 33g protein.
EMERIL'S CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS
by Emeril Lagasse. These are winners. I usually top with canned green enchilada sauce. The whole family loves them.
Provided by jenpalombi
Categories Chicken
Time 35m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add onions and saute until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic, chili powder, oregano, and cumin and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the shredded chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the green chiles. Cook mixture for about 5 minutes, or until heated through. Set aside and cool slightly.
- One at a time, place the tortillas on a work surface, keeping the remaining tortillas covered with a damp towel. (For pliable tortillas, sprinkle lightly with 1/4 teaspoon water and cover with a damp paper towel. Microwave for 10 to 20 seconds just before ready to stuff, and keep covered until ready to roll.) Spread 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture in a rectangle in the center of the tortilla. Sprinkle with 1 to 2 tablespoons of cheese. Fold the bottom of the tortilla over the filling and then fold the sides over. Fold the top of the tortilla over the folded sides and secure the sides with wooden toothpicks. Place folded side down.
- Heat the remaining vegetable oil in a deep stockpot or deep fryer to 360 degrees F. Using tongs, lower the chimichangas folded side down, 1 at a time into the hot oil. (It is helpful to hold the chimichanga with the tongs until it has "sealed" together.) Cook until golden brown on all sides, about 3 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and continue with remaining chimichangas.
- Remove toothpicks from the chimichangas and serve immediately with pre-made enchilada sauce or salsa drizzled over top and a sprinkling of cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.2, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 84, Sodium 893, Carbohydrate 39.4, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2.8, Protein 35.3
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