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Quick Beef Chimichangas

This recipe makes quick chimichangas using cooked meat and simple pantry items. It is a practical dinner solution for busy families needing a fast meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 chimichangas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 343
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup Bacon grease or olive oil
  • 2 cups Shredded cooked beef, pork or chicken
  • 1 Medium onion, diced
  • 2 Garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 Medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cans (4 ounces each) Chopped green chiles
  • 1 Large peeled boiled potato, diced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1-1/2 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons Minced fresh cilantro
  • 12 Flour tortillas (12 inches), warmed
Frying Ingredients
  • As needed Oil for frying
Optional Toppings
  • As desired Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and lime wedges

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Electric skillet or deep-fat fryer

Method
 

  1. Heat bacon grease in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the cooked meat, onion, garlic, tomato, chiles, and potato to the skillet. Stir in the salt, oregano, chili powder, and cilantro.
  3. Simmer the mixture until the liquid reduces, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Assemble the chimichangas by placing 1/2 cup of the filling off-center on each warmed tortilla. Fold up the edge nearest the filling, fold in both sides, and roll up tightly. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.
  5. Heat oil in an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  6. Cook the chimichangas until they are golden brown on all sides. Drain them on paper towels.
  7. Serve the chimichangas with your choice of toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 343kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 16gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 862mgFiber: 7gSugar: 2g

Notes

This recipe uses cooked meat, which speeds up the dinner process significantly. If you are making this for a gluten-free diet, check your tortilla packaging to confirm they are gluten-free.

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