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Mexican Chimichangas Recipe

Chicken Chimichangas

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: burritos, Mexican food
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Jason Hill | Chef Tips
Cost: $10
Today we're making the best Mexican chimichangas recipe you'll ever eat, and it comes together so easily thanks to making the chicken chimichanga filling in a slow cooker or crock pot! 
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cup diced onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 boneless chicken breast halves

To Serve

  • 1 lime
  • Flour tortillas
  • Sour cream and guacamole for topping

Instructions

  • In a large slow cooker, mix together all of the ingredients.
  • Heat for 4-6 hours, or until chicken pulls apart. Shred, salt to taste and add a squeeze of lime.
  • Build chimichangas, roll up, and deep fry for a few minutes. Drain on paper towel and serve!

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