How to Make Beef Chimichangas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Beef chimichangas are a delicious and satisfying Mexican dish that is perfect for a festive dinner or a casual weeknight meal. These crispy, golden brown burritos are filled with tender, seasoned beef, flavorful spices, and gooey melted cheese, creating a mouthwatering combination that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Originally from the state of Sonora in northern Mexico, chimichangas are a popular and beloved dish in Mexican cuisine. The word "chimichanga" is believed to be ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon taco seasoning mix, or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
  • 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup margarine
  • 6 (7 inch) corn tortillas

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 chimichangas

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Brown the ground beef, onion, garlic, taco seasoning, and oregano in a skillet over medium heat, breaking the meat up into crumbles as it cooks, about 8 minutes. Drain off excess fat. Stir in sour cream, chilies, and vinegar until well mixed. Remove from heat, and mix in the Cheddar cheese.
  • Melt margarine in a small skillet over low heat. When melted, dip each tortilla into the margarine for about 30 seconds, or until soft. Place the softened tortilla onto a baking sheet, and fill with about 1/3 cup of the meat mixture. Fold the right and left sides of the tortilla over the filling, then the top and bottom, making an envelope that completely encloses the filling. Flip the tortilla seam side down on the baking sheet. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the tortilla is crisp, about 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    369 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 70mg
    • Sodium: 504mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 187mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 302mg