Air Fryer Beef Chimichanga
Air Fryer Beef Chimichanga is made with ground beef, taco seasoning, refried beans, shredded Mexican cheese blend; air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes to serve 4. 480 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Brown ground beef. Drain. Stir in taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water. Simmer 3 minutes.
- 2
Spread refried beans on each tortilla. Top with beef, cheese, and green chiles.
- 3
Fold like a burrito: sides in, then roll tightly. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- 4
Spray generously with cooking spray on all sides.
- 5
Air fry seam-side down at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until deeply golden and crispy.
Tip: Spray the tortillas generously — that's what creates the fried-crispy texture. Fold tightly so they don't unravel. Let them rest 2 minutes after cooking so the cheese sets and they hold together when cut.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 12 minutes vs ~22 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🍖Circulating hot air renders fat and seals in juices for a crispier outside and tender inside.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Air Fryer Beef Chimichanga at 400°F for 12 minutes. Spray the tortillas generously — that's what creates the fried-crispy texture. Fold tightly so they don't unravel. Let them rest 2 minutes after cooking so the cheese sets and they hold together when cut.
You need: 1 lb ground beef, 1 packet taco seasoning, 1 cup refried beans, 1.5 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, 1/4 cup diced green chiles, 4 large flour tortillas (burrito size), Cooking spray, Sour cream, Guacamole, Salsa, Shredded lettuce. This recipe serves 4 with 480 calories per serving.
Air Fryer Beef Chimichanga takes 12 minutes total at 400°F. Air fry seam-side down at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until deeply golden and crispy.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 12 minutes at 400°F.
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