Try this amazing recipe for homemade impossible baked chimichangas. These delicious and crispy chimichangas are filled with a savory combination of ground beef, beans, cheese, and seasonings. Baked to perfection, they are a healthier alternative to traditional fried chimichangas, without sacrificing any flavor. This is a crowd-pleasing recipe that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Serve these chimichangas with your favorite toppings like salsa, guacamole, and sour cream. You won't believe how easy and delicious these baked chimichangas are!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can (15 ounces) refried beans
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 flour tortillas
- Cooking spray
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the refried beans until well combined. Set aside.
- Place the flour tortillas onto a clean work surface. Spoon the beef and bean mixture onto the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle with the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll up tightly to form a chimichanga.
- Place the chimichangas seam side down onto a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
- Lightly spray the tops of the chimichangas with cooking spray.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chimichangas are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the chimichangas with your favorite toppings such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and shredded lettuce.
Interesting Facts
Chimichangas are a popular Tex-Mex dish that originated in Arizona.
The word 'chimichanga' loosely translates to 'thingamajig' in Spanish.
Traditionally, chimichangas are deep-fried, but this recipe offers a healthier baked version.
Chimichangas are often served as part of a combo plate with rice and beans.