As the air fryer has become a popular kitchen appliance, people are looking for innovative ways to create delicious and crispy dishes. Mini chimichangas, a traditional Mexican dish made with a tortilla filled with savory ingredients, are a perfect candidate for air fryer cooking. This article offers a comprehensive guide to making air fryer mini chimichangas, providing detailed instructions, tips, and suggestions to ensure a golden brown and flavorful result. With the air fryer's ability to distribute heat evenly, mini chimichangas can be cooked to perfection in minutes, delivering a crispy outer layer and a warm, gooey center. Whether you prefer classic fillings like seasoned ground beef or vegetarian options like black beans and sweet potatoes, this article provides a range of recipes to satisfy every taste.
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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.
MINI CHIMICHANGAS
Wish your guests "Feliz Navidad" with this south-of-the-border specialty! Hearty enough to serve as a meal, these flavorful and filling wraps draw raves whenever I serve them.-Kathy Rogers, Hudson, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h15m
Yield 7 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., In a large bowl, combine the cheese, sour cream and chiles. Stir in beef mixture. Place an egg roll wrapper on work surface with a point facing you. Place 1/3 cup filling in center. Fold bottom 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 a deep cast-iron or electric skillet, heat 1 in. oil to 375°. Fry chimichangas on each side or until golden brown, 1-1/2 minutes . Drain on paper towels. Serve warm with salsa and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 608mg 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
Tips:
- For a crispy chimichanga, use wonton wrappers or egg roll wrappers.
- To make sure the chimichangas are cooked evenly, cook them in batches.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. This will prevent the chimichangas from cooking evenly.
- If you don't have an air fryer, you can also bake the chimichangas in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes.
- Serve the chimichangas with your favorite dipping sauce, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
- For a vegetarian version of this recipe, use black beans or sweet potatoes instead of chicken.
Conclusion:
Air fryer mini chimichangas are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be made ahead of time and frozen. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying treat, give these air fryer mini chimichangas a try. You won't be disappointed!
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