Easy Make-Ahead Chimichangas for Kids

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 15

Easy Make-Ahead Chimichangas that Kids will Love

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1 lb cooked pork or 1 lb cooked chicken
	16 ounces mild salsa
	16 ounces refried beans ( fat-free will work )
	128 inches flour tortillas
	1 lb four-cheese Mexican blend cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

437

Sugar

Fat

26g

Kids can be picky eaters, but these Easy Make-Ahead Chimichangas are sure to be a hit. Filled with cooked pork or chicken, mild salsa, and refried beans, these chimichangas are wrapped in flour tortillas and topped with four-cheese Mexican blend cheese. Simple to make ahead of time and bake when ready, these chimichangas will become a household favorite. The whole family will love them for lunch or dinner. Don't forget to add some salad or vegetables to accompany the dish.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2.	In a large bowl, mix together the cooked pork or chicken, salsa, and refried beans.
3.	Spoon 1/4 cup of mixture onto each flour tortilla on one end. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of cheese on top of mixture.
4.	Roll up tortillas tightly, tucking in sides.
5.	Place the rolled chimichangas seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
6.	Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden and crisp.

PROS

Easy to make ahead and perfect for a quick lunch or dinner option.
Kid-friendly and delicious!

CONS

High in calories and fat due to the cheese and refried beans.

Not suitable for those with a lactose intolerance or dairy allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The pork or chicken in this recipe provides protein and B vitamins. The salsa adds vitamins A and C. The refried beans are a good source of fiber and provide a small amount of iron and protein. The flour tortillas also provide some fiber. However, the cheese adds lots of calories and saturated fat.