Description
These beef and bean chimichangas are a delicious, freezer-friendly meal option. Packed with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and cheese, they can be baked or pan-fried for a crispy, golden finish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (16-ounce) can refried beans
- 1 (4-ounce) can chopped green chiles (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 8–10 (8-inch) flour tortillas
- Cooking spray or oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and chopped onion until beef is no longer pink and onion is soft. Drain any excess fat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in refried beans, green chiles (if using), salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika. Cook until heated through. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Stir in shredded cheese.
- Place about 1/2 cup of the filling mixture down the center of each tortilla. Fold in sides and roll up tightly like a burrito.
- To cook immediately: Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place burritos seam side down and cook until golden brown on each side, turning as needed.
- To freeze: Wrap each uncooked burrito in foil or plastic wrap and place in a freezer bag. To serve later, thaw and reheat in the oven or microwave. For crispy texture, pan-fry or bake until golden.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce grease and avoid soggy burritos.
- Can substitute ground turkey for a leaner version.
- These are great for meal prep and make-ahead dinners.
- Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole, lettuce, or tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop, Pan Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
