Best 6 Refried Bean And Cheese Chimichangas Recipes

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Calling all Mexican food lovers! Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more? Look no further, because we are taking you into the realm of the irresistibly delicious "refried bean and cheese chimichangas"! These crispy, cheesy, and flavorful treats are a delightful fusion of traditional Mexican flavors, wrapped in a golden-brown, crispy tortilla. Get ready to discover the secrets to crafting the perfect refried bean and cheese chimichangas that will turn your next meal into a fiesta of flavors.

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REFRIED BEAN AND CHEESE CHIMICHANGAS



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These are meatless chimichangas. This recipe comes from Pati Jinich of Pati's Mexican Table on PBS.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 12 chimichangas, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1/4 cup white onion, chopped
1 jalapeno peppers (more or less to taste) or 1 serrano chili, seeded and chopped (more or less to taste)
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups refried beans (canned or homemade)
1/4 cup water
2 cups monterey jack cheese or 2 cups light cheddar cheese, shredded
12 flour tortillas, medium size (sometimes labeled for fajitas)
pico de gallo
sour cream
shredded cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a skillet over medium low heat and add half the oil; saute onions until softened, but not browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Add chile and garlic; stir about 1 minute.
  • Add refried beans and water; stir and chop to fully combine, then turn off heat.
  • Heat tortillas, one at a time, over medium low heat just to soften, about 15 seconds per side.
  • Spoon about 2 heaping tablespoons of beans and 2 heaping tablespoons cheese; fold by bringing the side closest to you about halfway up.
  • Fold in the sides, then continue rolling; flatten slightly with your hand.
  • Heat remaining oil in a skillet over medium low heat; brown chimichangas, in batches, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Serve with pico de gallo, sour cream, and shredded cheese, or whatever you choose.

BEEF CHIMICHANGAS



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My husband loves this beef chimichanga recipe! I often double the recipe and freeze the chimichangas individually to take out as needed. I serve them with shredded lettuce and sour cream. -Schelby Thompson, Camden Wyoming, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
3 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce, divided
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
12 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 can (4 ounces) chopped jalapeno peppers
Oil for deep-fat frying
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, onion, 1/2 cup tomato sauce, chili powder, garlic and cumin. , Spoon about 1/3 cup of beef mixture off-center on each tortilla. Fold edge nearest filling up and over to cover. Fold in both sides and roll up. Fasten with toothpicks. In a large saucepan, combine the chilies, peppers and remaining tomato sauce; heat through., In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Fry the chimichangas for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes on each side or until browned. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with cheese. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 626 calories, Fat 41g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 1094mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

BEEF AND BEAN CHIMICHANGAS



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My family never gets bored with what I serve for dinner, because I'm always trying new recipes. These chimichangas, though, are often requested especially by our teenage daughter.-Janice Lyons, Eagle River, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 16 chimichangas.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cans (16 ounces each) refried beans
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup taco sauce
16 flour tortillas (10 inches)
Vegetable oil
Toppings: shredded lettuce, sour cream, chopped ripe olives, chopped tomatoes, additional cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef, onion, green pepper and garlic over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the beans, cheese and taco sauce. Cook and stir until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat., Spoon about 1/3 cup beef mixture off-center on each tortilla. Fold up edge nearest filling; fold in both sides and roll up. Secure with a toothpick. In a large skillet, fry tortillas, folded side down, in oil for 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned. Turn; cook 2-3 minutes longer. Drain on paper towels. Discard toothpicks. Serve with toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 574mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

BAKED BEEF AND BEAN CHIMICHANGAS RECIPE



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Most chimichangas are fried, but these Ground Beef and Refried Bean Chimichangas are baked to crispy perfection. The perfect meal for any busy weeknight.

Provided by Steph Loaiza

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
½ onion (chopped)
16 ounces refried beans (1 can)
8 ounces Mexican cooking sauce (1 bottle, (or taco sauce - I like to use Chile and Roasted Garlic from Old El Paso))
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
8 flour tortillas ((10 inch))
1 Tablespoon butter (melted)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with the onion over medium-high heat.
  • Drain grease.
  • Add the refried beans and sauce, stirring until it is completely combined and warmed all the way through.
  • Spoon the beef and bean mixture onto each tortilla (I spooned about 3 generous spoonfuls onto each)
  • Top with cheese, and then roll it up.
  • Place them all seam side down on a greased baking sheet.
  • Brush melted butter over the top of each Chimichanga.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes (until the tops start to turn a golden brown).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Sodium 1113 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEEF AND BEAN CHIMICHANGAS



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This is an awesome recipe, if you like Mexican food! These tasty beef and bean treats are baked instead of fried.

Provided by Nicole

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound lean ground beef
¾ cup chopped onion
¾ cup diced green bell pepper
1 ½ cups whole kernel corn
2 cups taco sauce
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
8 (12 inch) flour tortillas
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 tablespoon butter, melted
shredded lettuce
1 tomato, diced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease, and add the onion, bell pepper, and corn. Cook for about 5 more minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the taco sauce, and season with chili powder, garlic salt and cumin, stirring until blended. Cook until heated through, then remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Open the can of beans, and spread a thin layer of beans onto each of the tortillas. Spoon the beef mixture down the center, and then top with as much shredded cheese as you like. Roll up the tortillas, and place them seam-side down onto a baking sheet. Brush the tortillas with melted butter.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown. Serve with lettuce and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 821.3 calories, Carbohydrate 83.6 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 36 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 40.1 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 1855 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

SHREDDED BEEF CHIMICHANGAS



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Usually deep fried, chimichangas can also be oven-fried with less mess, fuss, and fat. Use the filling in burritos as well. You may also deep fry, if desired.

Provided by VARISSUL

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 3h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, trimmed of fat
¼ cup water
1 ½ cups beef broth
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 (8 inch) flour tortilla
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup salsa
½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
½ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Place beef in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Pour in water. Cover, and cook for 30 minutes. Remove cover, and cook until liquid has evaporated, and beef is well browned, about 10 minutes. In a medium bowl, combine beef broth, red wine vinegar, chili powder and cumin. Pour over beef. Cover, and cook until meat is very tender, and pulls apart easily, about 2 hours. Allow to cool, then shred and mix with pan juices.
  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  • Brush both sides of each tortilla with melted butter. Spoon shredded beef filling down center of each tortilla. Fold ends over filling, then fold sides to center to make a packet. Place chimichangas, seam side down, in a 9- by 13-inch baking pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 714 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 151.1 mg, Fat 46.6 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 22.2 g, Sodium 1176.2 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

Tips:

  • To make the chimichangas easier to fold, heat the tortillas in the microwave for a few seconds until they are warm and pliable.
  • If you don't have any refried beans, you can mash up some canned black beans or pinto beans.
  • Feel free to add other ingredients to the filling, such as cooked rice, sautéed vegetables, or shredded chicken or beef.
  • Serve the chimichangas with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or shredded cheese.
  • For a healthier version of the chimichangas, you can bake them in the oven instead of frying them.

Conclusion:

Refried bean and cheese chimichangas are a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. They are also a great way to use up leftover refried beans. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy Mexican meal, give these refried bean and cheese chimichangas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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