Beef and Cheese Chimichangas Recipe: Crispy, Cheesy, and Flavor-Packed Mexican-Style Favorite
These Beef and Cheese Chimichangas are crispy, golden tortillas stuffed with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and melted cheese—perfect for a quick Tex-Mex dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 chimichangas
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Bake or Fry
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 oz taco seasoning packet
- ½ cup salsa
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 6 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for brushing or frying)
Instructions
- Cook ground beef and onion in a skillet until browned and tender.
- Drain excess grease, then add garlic, taco seasoning, and salsa.
- Simmer for 3–4 minutes until well combined.
- Spread refried beans onto each tortilla.
- Add beef mixture and shredded cheese.
- Fold sides and roll tightly into burritos.
- For oven method: bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes, brushing with oil.
- For skillet method: fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Let rest 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can add rice inside for a heartier filling.
- Try Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese for extra flavor.
- Serve with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.
- Do not overfill tortillas to prevent tearing.