Best 4 Air Fryer Chimichangas Recipes
Air fryer chimichangas are a quick and easy meal that can be made with a variety of fillings. They are perfect for busy weeknights or as a fun party appetizer. With a crispy outer shell and a flavorful filling, air fryer chimichangas are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
AIR FRYER CHIMICHANGAS
Now you can have chimichangas just as crispy as deep frying, minus the calories. Plus they are quick to make in an air fryer and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Top with salsa, sour cream, avocado, and cheese.
Provided by Yoly
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a medium skillet. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, 4 to 6 minutes. Add chicken, Neufchatel cheese, diced chiles, chicken broth, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until mixture is well combined and Neufchatel has softened been incorporated.
- Heat tortillas in a large skillet or directly on grates of a gas stove until soft and pliable. Place 1/3 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla and top with a heaping tablespoon of Mexican cheese. Fold top and bottom of tortillas over the filling, then roll each into a burrito shape. Mist with cooking spray and place in the basket of an air fryer.
- Air fry at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 4 to 6 minutes. Flip each chimichanga over, mist with cooking spray, and air fry until lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 454.5 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 69.8 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 1291.5 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
AIR-FRYER MINI CHIMICHANGAS
My family raves about these air-fryer chimichangas. Infused with green chiles, the beefy snacks are guaranteed to liven up the party! —Kathy Rogers, Hudson, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h10m
Yield 14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; cool slightly., Preheat air fryer to 375°. In a large bowl, combine cheese, sour cream and chiles. Stir in beef mixture. Place an egg roll wrapper on work surface with 1 point facing you. Place 1/3 cup filling in center. Fold bottom one-third of wrapper over filling; fold in sides. , Brush top point with egg white; roll up to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling. (Keep remaining egg roll wrappers covered with waxed paper to avoid drying out.), In batches, place chimichangas in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 3-4 minutes on each side. Serve warm with salsa and additional sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 618mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
AIR FRYER BLUEBERRY CHIMICHANGAS
Blueberries and flour tortillas filled with cream cheese and sour cream make these delicious air-fried chimichangas.
Provided by Yoly
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 20m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine Neufchatel cheese, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl and beat with an electric hand mixer. Carefully fold in blueberries.
- Heat tortillas in a large skillet or directly on the grates of a gas stove until soft and pliable. Place 1/4 cup blueberry mixture down the center of each tortilla. Fold top and bottom of tortillas over the filling, then roll each into a burrito shape. Mist with avocado oil and place in the basket of an air fryer.
- Cook chimichangas in the air fryer at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) until golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes. Flip each chimichanga over, mist with cooking spray, and air fry until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes more. Let cool slightly.
- Mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Spray each chimichanga with avocado oil and roll in cinnamon sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.9 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 19.6 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 312.8 mg, Sugar 13.7 g
AIR FRYER SHRIMP CHIMICHANGAS
This recipe is sponsored by SeaPak®. When hunger hits, a crispy chimichanga is what we crave. Stuff a flour tortilla with breaded popcorn shrimp, rice, beans and cheese and then air-fry until golden and hot. Topped with salsa, sour cream, shredded lettuce and guacamole, this is a diner's delight that elevates humble pantry ingredients to Chopped status.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prepare the popcorn shrimp according to the package directions for the air fryer.
- Bring 1/2 cup water to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the rice and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Return to a simmer, cover with a tight-fitting lid and reduce the heat to low. Cook until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat, let stand covered for 5 minutes and fluff with a fork. Stir in the cilantro and lime zest.
- Wrap the flour tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave until warm and pliable, about 30 seconds. Place the tortillas on a cutting board or clean work surface. Using a small offset spatula or the back of a spoon, spread 1/4 cup of the refried beans in the center of each tortilla in a rectangular shape. Top with 1/4 cup rice, a quarter of the popcorn shrimp and 1/4 cup of the cheese.
- Fold in the two opposite side of the tortilla over the filling. Fold the side closest to you over the filling, then tightly roll the burrito away from you. Place the chimichanga seam-side down and brush the top and bottom with olive oil. Repeat with the remaining 3 tortillas.
- Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F. Place the chimichangas in the air fryer basket seam-side down (see Cook's Note). Air fry until golden brown and crisp all over, 5 to 6 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheese on the top of the chimichangas, then air fry 1 minute more to melt. Serve with shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, diced avocado, sour cream and lime wedges.
Tips:
- For the best results, use wonton wrappers or egg roll wrappers that are specifically designed for air frying. These wrappers are thinner and crispier than traditional wrappers, and they will hold up better in the air fryer.
- Be sure to preheat your air fryer to the desired temperature before cooking your chimichangas. This will help to ensure that they cook evenly and crispy.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. If you are cooking multiple chimichangas, be sure to leave some space between them so that they can cook evenly.
- Cook the chimichangas in batches if necessary. If you have a lot of chimichangas to cook, you may need to cook them in batches. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Serve the chimichangas immediately with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular options include salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.
Conclusion:
Air fryer chimichangas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that the whole family will enjoy. They are perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, and they can also be served as an appetizer or snack. With a little creativity, you can customize your chimichangas to suit your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to cook chimichangas, give the air fryer a try.
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