Crispy Beef Chimichanga with Cheese Sauce
Seasoned ground beef wrapped in a flour tortilla, fried until golden and crispy, then smothered in warm cheese sauce. A weeknight indulgence that hits every craving in under 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 720
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking apart with a spoon, until no pink remains, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in cumin and diced chiles, then remove from heat. Let cool slightly, about 2 minutes.
Step 3
Lay a tortilla flat, spoon about 3 tbsp beef mixture into the center, then roll tightly, tucking in the sides as you go.
Step 4
Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F. Working in batches, fry chimichangas seam-side down until golden, about 2 minutes per side.
Step 5
Whisk sour cream and 1 cup shredded cheese in a small bowl until smooth. Heat gently in a saucepan over low until warm.
Step 6
Plate the chimichangas, top with cheese sauce and remaining cheddar, then serve immediately while crispy.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- deep-fry skillet or heavy-bottomed pot
- instant-read thermometer
- small bowl
- whisk
- saucepan
- tongs
- slotted spoon
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