Chicken Chimichangas

Chicken Chimichangas

Tortillas filled with a chicken, rice, beans and olive mixture – rolled, fried and topped with a piquant avocado mix, sour cream and cheese, all served on a bed of lettuce. Being raised 12 miles from the border of Mexico, I was brought up on Mexican food and learned how to make many of the dishes.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

TOPPING

  • 3 avocados, peeled and pitted
  • ½ cup finely chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 green onions, diced
  • ¼ cup finely chopped jalapeno chile peppers
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
  • ½ cup red enchilada sauce
  • 1 ½ onion, diced, divided
  • 6 (12 inch) flour tortillas
  • 4 cups diced cooked chicken breast, divided
  • 1 pound Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, divided
  • 1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
  • 4 cups refried beans, divided
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1
In a medium saucepan combine the broth, rice, sauce, and 1 diced onion. Mix and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.

Step 2
Meanwhile, heat tortillas in a large skillet (so that they are soft enough to fold).

Step 3
When rice mixture is ready, spoon equal amounts of the following onto each tortilla: Chicken, shredded Jack cheese, diced onion, olives, rice mixture and beans. Roll tortillas, tucking in sides to prevent filling from spilling over.

Step 4
Heat oil in a large skillet and fry the filled tortillas, turning, until browned on all sides. Drain on paper towels.

Step 5
To Serve: In a medium bowl combine the avocados, cilantro, lemon juice, green onions, chile peppers and tomatoes. Mash together. Place shredded lettuce on a platter, topped with chimichangas, avocado mix, sour cream and shredded Cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

1595
Calories
84g
Fat
133g
Carbs
80g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 1595
% Daily Value *
Total Fat84g 107%
Saturated Fat37g 183%
Cholesterol215mg 72%
Sodium2322mg 101%
Total Carbohydrate133g 49%
Dietary Fiber22g 79%
Total Sugars6g
Protein80g
Vitamin C35mg 173%
Calcium1177mg 91%
Iron12mg 64%
Potassium1677mg 36%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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