Craving a delicious and crispy meal that’s packed with flavor? Look no further than these Golden Crispy Beef Chimichangas! Perfect for a family dinner or a weekend treat, these chimichangas are sure to satisfy. Below, you’ll find everything you need to make this mouthwatering dish, including a savory Green Chili Sour Cream Sauce and optional toppings for that extra kick.
Ingredients
For the Chimichangas
- 1 recipe Mexican Shredded Beef (click for recipe)
- 6 burrito-size tortillas (10-inch)
- 1 cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Optional: ¼ cup cilantro lime rice
- Optional: ¼ cup black or pinto beans
For the Green Chili Sour Cream Sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp flour
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ¼-½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ½ 4 oz. can mild chopped green chilies
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Hot sauce or cayenne pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
- Pico de gallo
- Guacamole
- Salsa
- Sour cream
- Hot Sauce
Directions
Prep Beef
- Prepare Mexican Shredded Beef as per recipe directions. If you make it ahead of time, refrigerate it in its juices and drain before use.
Assemble Chimichangas
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and a rack.
- On each tortilla, layer optional rice and beans (if using), then add ½ cup of shredded beef and some cheese.
- Roll burrito style, ensuring the seam is side down on the baking sheet.
Bake
- Brush the chimichangas with olive oil.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden. For a crispier texture, you can broil them for a few minutes.
Make Sauce
- In a saucepan, melt butter in olive oil. Add flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually add chicken broth and spices, simmering until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in green chilies, cheese, sour cream, and lime juice.
- Season with hot sauce to taste.
Serve
- Top the chimichangas with the Green Chili Sour Cream Sauce and any desired toppings.
Cooking Time
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 6
Enjoy your Golden Crispy Beef Chimichangas hot and fresh out of the oven, topped with your favorite salsa, guacamole, and a dollop of sour cream for the perfect meal!
Golden Crispy Beef Chimichangas
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Description
These Beef Chimichangas are a sumptuous combination of tender Mexican shredded beef wrapped in a crispy tortilla, generously topped with a homemade green chili sour cream sauce. This dish brings the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine right to your kitchen, perfect for a family dinner or a festive gathering.
Ingredients
1 recipe Mexican Shredded Beef (click for recipe)
6 burrito-size tortillas (10-inch)
1 cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Optional: ¼ cup cilantro lime rice
Optional: ¼ cup black or pinto beans
Green Chili Sour Cream Sauce:
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp unsalted butter
3 tbsp flour
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp chili powder
¼–½ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp onion powder
½ 4 oz. can mild chopped green chilies
½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
½ cup sour cream
1 tbsp lime juice
Hot sauce or cayenne pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
Pico de gallo
Guacamole
Salsa
Sour cream
Hot Sauce
Instructions
Prep Beef: Prepare Mexican Shredded Beef as per recipe directions. Refrigerate in juices if made ahead, and drain before use.
Assemble Chimichangas: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and a rack. On each tortilla, layer optional rice and beans, add ½ cup shredded beef and cheese. Roll burrito style, placing seam side down on the baking sheet.
Bake: Brush with olive oil. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden. Optionally broil for crispier texture.
Make Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter in olive oil. Add flour and cook for 2 minutes. Gradually add broth and spices, simmer until thick. Remove from heat; add chilies, cheese, sour cream, and lime juice. Season with hot sauce to taste.
Serve: Top chimichangas with sauce and any desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes