{"id":270639,"date":"2025-06-03T14:14:12","date_gmt":"2025-06-03T14:14:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/budget-food\/baked-chicken-chimichangas-budget-bytes\/"},"modified":"2025-06-03T14:14:12","modified_gmt":"2025-06-03T14:14:12","slug":"baked-chicken-chimichangas-budget-bytes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=270639","title":{"rendered":"Baked Chicken Chimichangas – Budget Bytes"},"content":{"rendered":"


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I\u2019ve been making this Baked Chicken Chimichanga recipe for years, and it\u2019s always a hit with both kids and adults. It\u2019s hands-down one of my favorite easy dinners because it\u2019s made with budget-friendly pantry staples like canned tomato sauce, refried beans, and a few simple spices and<\/em> comes together effortlessly. I like to add a generous helping of cheese, which melts into the filling, turning these chimichangas into an irresistible ooey-gooey dream. I can\u2019t wait for you to try this recipe and make it a staple in your kitchen. Just add your favorite toppings and enjoy your meal!<\/p>\n

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Easy Baked Chicken Chimichangas Recipe<\/h2>\n

Chimichangas are traditionally made by filling a tortilla, folding it up like a burrito, and deep frying it until crispy. The traditional preparation is delicious, no doubt, but a little messy for everyday cooking, which is why I like to bake mine instead. You still get that golden, crispy outside without the fuss of hot oil. This Mexican-inspired recipe is different from chicken enchiladas<\/a>, which are usually smothered in sauce and baked soft. Chimichangas keep their crunch and are often served with toppings instead of being baked in sauce.<\/p>\n

My version of this dish is filled with seasoned chicken, refried beans, and two types of cheese (Colby Jack and cream cheese!) for a creamy, cheesy, perfectly seasoned filling. I\u2019ve also added some simple variations and substitution ideas below the step-by-step instructions if you want to switch things up!<\/p>\n

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  1. These are pretty large portions, especially if you serve them with a side! You could absolutely stretch this dish to serve 8 people by slicing each baked chicken chimichanga in half before serving.<\/li>\n
  2. As the chicken and cheese are the pricier ingredients in this recipe, feel free to use any type of cheese you already have on hand (it doesn\u2019t have to be Colby Jack!) You could also try reducing the chicken to just one breast and use cooked white rice in place of the second chicken breast. Stir the cooked rice (about 2 cups) into the chicken and sauce mixture before filling the tortillas. It\u2019ll still be super hearty, satisfying, and full of flavor, just a little easier on the grocery bill.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n

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    These Baked Chicken Chimichangas are full of seasoned chicken, refried beans, tomato sauce, and melty cheese. Baked, not fried, for a crispy, golden finish without the mess!<\/span>Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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