How to Make Chimichangas in an Air Fryer Recipe
Learn how to make delicious chimichangas in an air fryer with this easy recipe. Crispy on the outside and packed with flavorful chicken and beans on the inside, these chimichangas are a perfect meal for any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 chimichangas 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Filling:
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon avocado or olive oil
- 1 + 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 16-ounce can refried beans
Additional Ingredients:
- 6 burrito size flour tortillas
- 1 + 1/3 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- avocado oil spray
- serve with: greens, salsa, sour cream, cheese, cilantro, etc.
Instructions
- Make the filling: Preheat the oven to 425F. Place chicken thighs in a 9×13 casserole dish and drizzle with oil. Add cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Bake for 25-30 minutes, then shred the chicken.
- Assemble the chimichangas: Preheat the air fryer, fill tortillas with the chicken and bean mixture, wrap into burritos, and air fry until crispy.
Notes
- For a time-saving option, use rotisserie chicken instead of cooking the chicken thighs.
- Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients like jalapenos or black beans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: chimichangas, air fryer, Mexican, easy recipe
