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Baked Chimichangas |
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Usually chimichangas are deep-fried, so this baked version is healthier. Omit the chilies for less heat. Baked Chimichangas 2 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast 1 cup salsa 1 small onion, chopped 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 6 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed 3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth 2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup fat-free half-and-half cream 4-ounce can chopped green chilies In a nonstick skillet, simmer the chicken, salsa, onion, cumin and oregano until heated through and most of the liquid has evaporated. Place 1/2 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla; top with 2 tablespoons cheese. Fold sides and ends over filling and roll up. Place seam side down in a 13-by-9-by-2-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 425 degrees F for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the broth, bouillon and pepper. Cook until bouillon is dissolved. In a small bowl, combine flour and cream until smooth; gradually stir into broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in chilies; cook until heated through. To serve, cut chimichangas in half; top with sauce. Yield: 6 servings. Nutritional information per serving (with 14 cup sauce): 414 calories; 9 g fat (4 g saturated); 55 mg cholesterol; 1,199 mg sodium; 43 g carbohydrate; 8 g fiber; 29 g protein. Recipe from: Taste of Home |