Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
29 oz

pinto beans

rinsed and drained

4 oz

ripe olives

sliced, drained

7 oz

green chilies

diced

1 cup

coleslaw mix

with carrots

1 cup

cheddar cheese

shredded sharp

1.75 cup

tomato salsa

6 unit

flour tortillas

nonfat or reduced-fat

1 unit

sour cream

reduced-fat

1 unit

green onions

sliced

Step 1
~3 min

Rinse and drain pinto beans.

Step 2
~3 min

Drain sliced ripe olives.

Step 3
~3 min

Drain diced green chilies.

Step 4
~3 min

Combine pinto beans, olives, green chilies, coleslaw mix, cheddar cheese, and 1 cup of tomato salsa in a bowl.

Step 5
~3 min

Wrap tortillas in a cloth towel.

Step 6
~3 min

Microwave tortillas on high until hot and pliable (about 1 1/2 minutes).

Step 7
~3 min

Lay tortillas flat.

Step 8
~3 min

Spread each tortilla with 1/6 of the bean mixture in a band near the edge.

Step 9
~3 min

Fold over the sides of the tortilla.

Step 10
~3 min

Roll up the tortilla tightly to enclose the filling.

Step 11
~3 min

Place the chimichangas seam side down on a lightly oiled baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~3 min

Bake in a 425°F oven until crisp and brown (about 15 minutes).

Step 13
~3 min

Top each chimichanga with additional salsa, sour cream, and green onions.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add cooked ground beef or shredded chicken to the filling for extra protein.

Use different types of cheese, such as Monterey Jack or pepper jack.

Serve with guacamole and pico de gallo.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Chimichangas can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and beans.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican rice
Refried beans
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexican-American

Cultural Significance

Popular comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Party
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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