Baked Chicken Chimichangas: Crispy, Cheesy & Better Than Takeout 🌯🔥
If you love the flavor of restaurant-style chimichangas but want to skip the deep frying, these Baked Chicken Chimichangas are your new go-to dinner! Packed with juicy shredded chicken, melty cheese, and warm Mexican spices, all wrapped in a golden, crispy tortilla — they’re lighter than traditional fried chimis, but just as satisfying.
Perfect for weeknight meals, freezer-friendly meal prep, or your next family fiesta, these oven-baked beauties deliver big flavor with none of the greasy mess.
🌯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Oven-baked, not fried – less mess and healthier
🧀 Stuffed with flavor – chicken, cheese, salsa & spice
⏱️ Quick & easy – ready in about 30 minutes
🥶 Freezer-friendly – great for make-ahead meals
👨👩👧👦 Family favorite – kid-approved and customizable
📝 Ingredients
2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
1/2 cup salsa or enchilada sauce
1 teaspoon taco seasoning or cumin + chili powder blend
1/4 cup sour cream or cream cheese (optional for creaminess)
6 large flour tortillas
2 tablespoons butter or olive oil, melted (for brushing)
Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, or jalapeños
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Filling
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheese, salsa, taco seasoning, and sour cream or cream cheese. Mix until fully combined.
3. Assemble the Chimichangas
Spoon about 1/3 to 1/2 cup of the filling into the center of each tortilla. Fold in the sides, then roll up tightly like a burrito. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Brush & Bake
Brush each chimichanga with melted butter or oil to help them crisp up in the oven.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Optional: Broil the last 2–3 minutes for extra crunch!
5. Serve & Enjoy
Top with your favorite toppings like guac, salsa, or a drizzle of sour cream, and serve hot!
🔁 Recipe Tips & Variations
Add beans or rice: Refried beans, black beans, or Spanish rice make it heartier
Spice it up: Add chopped jalapeños or hot sauce to the filling
Swap proteins: Use cooked ground beef, shredded pork, or even seasoned tofu
Cheese lovers: Sprinkle extra cheese on top during the last few minutes of baking
Make it creamy: Stir in a little cream cheese or queso to the filling for richness
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