How to Make Chicken Chimichangas with Green Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken chimichangas are a delicious and satisfying Mexican dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a party with friends. These crispy, golden-brown tortillas are filled with savory shredded chicken, spicy peppers, and melted cheese, then topped with a tangy and flavorful green sauce. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is absolutely mouthwatering, making it a favorite among both kids and adults.

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Ingredients

  • 2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chiles
  • 5 pitted green olives
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
  • 1 pound shredded cooked chicken meat
  • 8 (10 inch) flour tortillas
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup chopped green onion
  • 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 chimichangas

  • Pour the cream of chicken soup into a blender along with the green chiles, olives, jalapeno, and lime juice. Puree until smooth, then pour into a saucepan, and warm over medium-low heat while proceeding with the recipe.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and taco seasoning until well blended. Fold in the chicken. Evenly divide mixture among the 8 tortillas. Fold each tortilla into a rectangular packet around the filling.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry 4 chimichangas at a time until golden brown, then drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
  • To serve, place a chimichanga on a plate, and ladle the warm sauce overtop. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese and green onions. Finish with a dollop of sour cream.
  • Nutrition

    787 cal.

    • Total Fat: 47g
    • Saturated Fat: 24g
    • Cholesterol: 152mg
    • Sodium: 1916mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 43g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 589mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 511mg