Creamy Chicken Chimichanga

These crispy, golden-brown chimichangas are packed with tender chicken and creamy cheese, making for a decadent and satisfying meal.

Ingredients for 6 servings

• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 jalapeño, diced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 4 cups rotisserie chicken(500 g), shredded
• 1 cup corn(175 g)
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 8 oz cream cheese(225 g)
• 6 flour tortillas
• 2 cups cheese blend(200 g)
• oil, for frying
• sour cream, for serving
• pico de gallo, for serving

Preparation

1. Add onion, garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeño to a lightly oiled sauté pan. Season with salt and pepper, then cook until onions are translucent.
2. Once veggies are fully cooked add in chicken, corn, cumin, and paprika. Mix together until fully combined.
3. Remove chicken from the heat and place in a large mixing bowl.
4. Add in cream cheese and mix until chicken becomes creamy.
5. 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.
6. Preheat oil to 325ºF (170ºC).
7. 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.
8. Top with sour cream and pico de gallo.
9. Enjoy!

Nutrition Info – Estimated values based on one serving size.

• Calories 631
• Fat 34g
• Carbs 34g
• Fiber 2g
• Sugar 4g
• Protein 45g