Chicken Chimichangas (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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8 oz package cream cheese.
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8 oz Pepperjack cheese, shredded.
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1 1/2 tbsp taco seasoning.
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1 lb cooked chicken, shredded.
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8 flour tortillas.
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Cooking spray.
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Shredded cheddar cheese (for garnish).
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Green onions, sliced (for garnish).
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Sour cream (for serving).
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Salsa (for serving).
# Instructions:
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In a bowl, stir together the cream cheese, shredded Pepperjack cheese, and taco seasoning until well combined.
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Fold in the shredded cooked chicken until evenly mixed with the cheese mixture.
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Divide the chicken and cheese mixture among the 8 flour tortillas. Tuck in the sides and roll up each tortilla to enclose the filling.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
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Place the rolled chimichangas seam side down in the prepared baking dish. Spray the tops of the tortillas with cooking spray.
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Bake the chimichangas in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, carefully turn the chimichangas over and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until golden and crispy.
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Remove the baked chimichangas from the oven. Serve them hot, garnished with shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, sour cream, and salsa on the side.
# Notes:
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Baked Chicken Chimichangas are a delicious and healthier alternative to the traditional fried version.
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These crispy tortillas filled with a cheesy chicken mixture are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.