Beef and Cheese Chimichangas
Crispy, deep-fried burritos filled with ground beef, refried beans, and melty cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 1 can refried beans
- 0.5 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 0.5 tsp oregano
- 10 10-inch flour tortillas
- 24 oz tomato sauce
- 4 oz diced green chilis in a can
- 4 oz chopped jalapenos in a can
- 1.5 cups shredded taco blend cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
Preparation
- Add the ground beef to a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until the meat is brown, then drain the excess liquid.
- To the skillet, add refried beans, chopped onion, minced garlic, ½ cup of tomato sauce, chili powder, oregano, cumin, and salt and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes while stirring.
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave until soft.
- Pour about an inch of oil into a deep-sided skillet and heat over medium-high heat.
Assembly and Cooking
- Place even amounts of filling into the center of each tortilla. Fold the end over the filling, tuck the sides, and roll closed. Use a toothpick to secure.
- Gently place the chimichangas in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown on both sides. Keep a close watch as they cook fast.
- Allow the chimichangas to cool on a paper towel-lined tray to remove excess grease.
Serving
- In a saucepan, combine the remaining tomato sauce, green chilis, and jalapenos. Heat until warm, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the sauce over the chimichangas, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and enjoy!
Notes
Serve chimichangas hot with condiments like sour cream, guacamole, or fresh salsa. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven or microwave.