Best 5 Baked Vegetarian Chimichangas Warm Or Cold Recipes

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Chimichangas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. When made vegetarian, they are also a great way to enjoy a meatless meal. Baked vegetarian chimichangas are a healthier version of the traditional fried chimichanga, and they can be made with a variety of fillings, such as beans, cheese, vegetables, and tofu. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can easily create a satisfying and flavorful vegetarian chimichanga that the whole family will enjoy. You can serve them warm or cold, making them a great option for a quick lunch on the go or a hearty dinner at home.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED VEGETARIAN CHIMICHANGAS (WARM OR COLD)



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These are a deliciously healthy, filling meal, and good for both everyday eating and when your vegetarian guests come over for dinner! My non-vegetarian husband doesn't even miss the meat when I fix these. This is a *big* batch, so plan on leftovers. :) Good for picnics & potlucks, too... see note below.

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup chopped onion
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup roughly-chopped mushroom (optional)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 (7 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 (16 ounce) can vegetarian refried beans
1 1/2 cups of your favorite salsa
2 cups cooked brown rice
1 (16 ounce) can regular black beans
1 (16 ounce) can black soybeans
1 ripe avocado, pitted, peeled, and cubed (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
1 -2 teaspoon chili powder, to taste
2 teaspoons powdered cumin
3 tablespoons sour cream (or non-dairy equivalent)
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese or 1 1/2 cups soy cheese
grated cheddar cheese (to garnish) or soy cheese (to garnish)
flour tortilla (large burrito size)

Steps:

  • Sauté the chopped onion, garlic, and mushrooms (if using) in olive oil until onion is soft.
  • Add the chopped chilies, flatten mixture in bottom of pan and sauté, not stirring, until the onions begin to caramelize a little, then remove from heat.
  • In a large bowl, mix remaining ingredients except tortillas.
  • To put together the chimichangas, place about 3/4 to 1 cup of filling on a tortilla, fold the bottom over the filling, fold the sides in, then carefully fold/flip it over to close; repeat until you have as many chimichangas as you want to bake at one time.
  • Place the chimichangas on a cookie sheet, brush each one with 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil, and bake at 400 degrees F for 15 minutes.
  • Sprinkle each with grated cheddar, serve with extra sour cream, guacamole, and salsa, and enjoy!
  • Makes 8 to 10 large chimichangas, depending on the amount of filling you put in each.
  • (Black soybeans are good for those eating low carb because they are lower in carbohydrates and high in fiber. Information on black soybeans available at the Eden Foods website.).
  • Note: To make these for a picnic or potluck, instead of baking them as I would at home, I make the filling and put it in a container, then bring tortillas and toppings and set them all out so folks can make their own sort of burritos. It's very popular! :).

BAKED CHIMICHANGAS



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If served with rice and refried beans you will be rolling away from the table. I make these for tailgate parties at my house-keeps them full and happy!!!!!! Please note prep time does not include cooking the meat, which can be done a day in advance.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 -3 lbs shredded pork or 2 -3 lbs shredded chicken, cooked
1 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 -4 chipotle chiles, chopped
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
adobo sauce (from chipotles)
8 -10 large tortillas (white flour or whole wheat)
shredded lettuce
chopped tomato
salsa or picante sauce
sour cream
guacamole
sliced jalapeno
sliced olive
gravy (made from the meat-I make it quite spicy)

Steps:

  • After stewing the meat on a crockpot or pan drain off liquid and reserve.
  • Shred and chop meat-set aside.
  • In a large skillet cook onion and garlic with just a touch of oil and cook until onion is just browning.
  • Add the meat, chilies, oregano, salt and red pepper and cook on low for 10 minutes.
  • Add adobo sauce if needed, you don't want a totaly dry mixture and you dont want it soggy.
  • Warm tortillas in the oven so they are bendable.
  • Lay out 3 or 4 at a time and slightly off center place some cheese and then about 1/2 a cup of meat mixture and fold envelope style.
  • Place on a lightly greased cookie sheet-repeat.
  • Lightly oil the tops and bake in a 425 oven for 20 minutes or a 375 oven for 35-40 minutes-your choice.
  • With the juices from the cooked meat I make a spicy gravy to offer with this.
  • When done remove from oven.
  • Serve with condiments, spanish rice and refried beans.
  • Believe me when I say you will roll away from the table!
  • To Plate: Lettuce on the bottom, then chimichanga, then gravy, then guac and sour cream and salsa, then remaining condimednts sprinkled on top.

BAKED CHIMICHANGAS



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Yummy recipe from Paula Deen. I made these last night with chicken instead of ground beef (I cooked and shredded chicken first, then proceeded). They were delicious, and this recipe is a keeper!

Provided by Barenakedchef

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground chuck
1 cup chopped onion
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 (15 ounce) can refried beans
8 burrito-size flour tortillas
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa, divided
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (I used vegetable spray instead)

Steps:

  • 1. In large skillet, brown ground beef and onions until beef is no longer pink. Drain well.
  • 2. Stir in green chiles, tomato sauce, water, and taco seasoning packet. (If you are using your own taco seasoning, you probably won't need quite as much water. I used about 1/3 cup). Bring to a boil, then turn down heat and simmer for about 8 minutes, or until thickened. Stir in refried beans.
  • 3. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Line a rimmed baking pan with parchment paper or foil (spray foil with non stick spray). Spoon about 1/3 cup meat mixture onto tortilla. Top with 3 tablespoons of shredded cheese (it is slightly possible that I may have used more than that!), and 1 tablespoon of salsa verde. You could use red salsa here, whatever you prefer. Fold up the four sides of the tortilla (see pictures), and place seam side down on prepared baking sheet. Brush chimichangas lightly and evenly with oil (or spray them with canola cooking spray).
  • 4. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with your favorite toppings!

VEGETARIAN BAKED CHIMICHANGAS



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Believe it or not I'm a chimichanga virgin [so to speak], but after having my first chicken chimichanga at a wonderful Mexican restaurant in San Diego, I found the original of this vegetarian one [for my son & his wife] which I've managed to tweek a little!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed, drained
1 (4 ounce) can black olives, sliced, drained
1 (7 ounce) can green chilies (jalapeno or ortega)
1 cup Coleslaw (prepared mix with carrots)
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup salsa, chunky, mild
6 flour tortillas
1 cup salsa, chunky, mild
1 cup sour cream
3 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup almonds, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F, then lightly oil a 15" baking SHEET.
  • FOR THE FILLING, in large bowl, combine beans, olives, green chilies, slaw mix, cheese & 1 cup salsa, & mix well.
  • Wrap tortillas in cloth towel & microwave on HIGH 1 1/2 minutes.
  • Divide filling evenly among the 6 tortillas, spooning it onto each tortilla in a narrow band just off center & with each end of the narrow band of filling ending about 1 1/2 inches from the edge of the tortilla.
  • Roll tortilla over filling, then fold ends over, tucking them under the roll, if necessary securing each end with wooden picks.
  • Spray each tortilla lightly with PAM, then place each tortilla seam side down on baking sheet.
  • Bake up to 15 minutes until golden brown, then using a spatula, flip each chimichanga over.
  • Cook other side 4-10 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Serve topped with salsa, sour cream, green onions & almonds.

VEGETARIAN CHIMICHANGAS



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Provided by Catherine McCord

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 teaspoons olive oil, plus more for greasing and brushing or spraying
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup sliced button mushrooms
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
One 7-ounce can diced green chiles, drained
One 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
One 15-ounce can vegetarian refried beans
One 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
2 cups cooked brown rice
1 cup shredded Cheddar
1 cup salsa, plus more for serving
1/2 cup chopped cilantro, plus more for serving
8 burrito-size flour tortillas
1 ripe avocado, sliced
Sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Oil a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Heat the 2 teaspoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the onions and garlic, stirring often, until the onions are soft, about 3 minutes. Add the mushrooms, cumin, salt and green chiles. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are soft, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Transfer the mushroom mixture to a large bowl and add both beans, tomatoes, brown rice, cheese, the 1 cup salsa and 1/2 cup cilantro. Stir to combine the filling.
  • Place 3/4 to 1 cup of the filling in the center of each tortilla and fold the sides in. Then fold the bottom up to cover the filling and fold the top down.
  • Place the chimichangas, seam-side down, on the prepared baking sheet and brush or spray them lightly with oil. Bake until the tortillas are golden brown, about 15 minutes. Serve with sliced avocado, sour cream, extra salsa and cilantro.

Tips:

  • Prepare the vegetables in advance: Chop the onion, bell pepper, and zucchini ahead of time to save time when assembling the chimichangas.
  • Use a large skillet: This will allow you to cook all of the vegetables at once without overcrowding the pan.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: They should be tender but still have a bit of a crunch.
  • Use a sturdy tortilla: Corn tortillas are a good choice because they can hold up to the filling without breaking.
  • Fold the chimichangas tightly: This will prevent the filling from falling out during cooking.
  • Cook the chimichangas until they are golden brown: This will give them a crispy exterior and a warm, melty interior.
  • Serve the chimichangas with your favorite toppings: Sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and shredded cheese are all popular choices.

Conclusion:

Baked vegetarian chimichangas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed hot or cold. They are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and they can also be made ahead of time and frozen for later. With their crispy exterior and warm, melty interior, these chimichangas are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying vegetarian meal, give these baked vegetarian chimichangas a try!

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