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Beef and Cheese Chimichangas

Delicious crispy chimichangas filled with seasoned beef and melted cheese, perfect for family gatherings and quick weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion (finely diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning or homemade
  • ½ cup salsa
  • 1 cup refried beans
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend
Chimichangas
  • 6 large flour tortillas (burrito-size)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil for brushing/frying

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the meat is browned and the onion is tender. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, taco seasoning, and salsa. Let the mixture simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
Assembly
  1. Take each tortilla and spread a spoonful of refried beans down the center.
  2. Top with a scoop of the beef mixture, followed by a handful of shredded cheese.
  3. Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up tightly.
Cooking
  1. For baking, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chimichangas seam-side down on a baking sheet, brush lightly with oil, and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping once.
  2. For frying, heat 2 to 3 tablespoons of oil in a skillet. Cook chimichangas seam-side down for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Allow chimichangas to rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Customize your chimichangas with different fillings or toppings. Store leftover chimichangas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For freezing, place uncooked chimichangas in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.