Description
Beef and Cheese Chimichangas are a crispy and flavorful Mexican-inspired dish filled with seasoned ground beef and a blend of cheeses, baked until golden brown.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 1/4 cup melted butter or vegetable oil (for brushing)
- Sour cream, salsa, and chopped cilantro for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until the onion is soft.
- Drain any excess grease, then add taco seasoning and water. Stir and simmer for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat.
- Lay a large tortilla on a clean surface. Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of the beef mixture into the center. Top with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it up tightly to enclose the filling.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the rolled chimichangas seam-side down on the baking sheet. Brush each with melted butter or lightly coat with vegetable oil.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm, topped with sour cream, salsa, and chopped cilantro.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- Chimichangas can also be fried in hot oil for a more traditional preparation.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to maintain their crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
