🌯 Mediterranean-Style Chicken Chimichangas
Ingredients
Serves 4
For the Filling:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (or leftover rotisserie)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chopped tomatoes (fresh or canned, low-sodium)
- ½ cup black beans or chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
- ½ cup sweet corn (optional)
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder (optional for heat)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Juice of ½ lime
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
For Assembling:
- 4 whole-grain or sprouted wheat tortillas (8–10 inch)
- ½ cup part-skim mozzarella, crumbled feta, or queso fresco
- Olive oil spray (for baking or air-frying)
Optional Mediterranean-style Toppings:
- Greek yogurt (instead of sour cream)
- Fresh pico de gallo or diced tomatoes
- Avocado slices or guacamole
- Extra virgin olive oil drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare Filling:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic; sauté 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken, tomatoes, black beans, corn, and spices.
- Cook for 5–6 minutes until flavors blend.
- Stir in lime juice and cilantro. Remove from heat.
- Assemble Chimichangas:
- Lay out tortillas. Spoon filling into the center.
- Sprinkle with cheese.
- Fold sides in and roll up tightly (like a burrito).
- Cook (Choose One Method):
• Oven-Baked:- Place seam-side down on a parchment-lined sheet.
- Lightly brush or spray with olive oil.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
• Air Fryer: - Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Serve:
- Top with Greek yogurt, fresh avocado, and pico de gallo.
- Add a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of feta for a Mediterranean touch.
🌿 Mediterranean Diet Tips
- Use olive oil instead of deep frying.
- Add chickpeas or lentils to boost fiber and plant protein.
- Use whole-grain tortillas for complex carbs.
- Replace sour cream with Greek yogurt for probiotics and creaminess.
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