Crispy Beef and Cheese Chimichangas
Crispy Beef and Cheese Chimichangas
Golden, Crunchy Tortillas Stuffed with Spiced Ground Beef and Melty Cheese—Baked to Crispy Perfection!
Love that crispy, cheesy, Tex-Mex flavor—but want to skip the deep fryer? Say hello to your new weeknight dinner favorite: Beef and Cheese Chimichangas. These baked beauties are packed with seasoned ground beef, gooey cheese, and wrapped in a golden, crunchy tortilla. Easy, satisfying, and totally family-approved.
What You’ll Need (Makes 6 Chimichangas):
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- ½ cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 6 large flour tortillas
- ¼ cup melted butter or vegetable oil (for brushing)
- Sour cream, salsa, and chopped cilantro—for serving
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