Air Fryer Chicken Chimichangas
Air Fryer Chicken Chimichangas is made with shredded cooked chicken, refried beans, shredded Mexican cheese, diced green chiles; air fry at 400°F for 14 minutes to serve 4. 420 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Mix chicken, beans, cheese, green chiles, cumin, and chili powder.
- 2
Divide filling between tortillas. Fold in sides, then roll up tightly like a burrito.
- 3
Place seam-side down. Spray all sides generously with oil.
- 4
Air fry at 400°F for 12-14 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy on all sides.
- 5
Top with sour cream, guacamole, salsa, lettuce, and tomatoes.
Tip: The key is rolling them tight — loose chimichangas fall apart. Spray oil generously on all sides for even browning. Seam-side down first so it seals shut. Use leftover rotisserie chicken for fastest prep.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 14 minutes vs ~25 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 Chicken Chimichangas at 400°F for 14 minutes. The key is rolling them tight — loose chimichangas fall apart. Spray oil generously on all sides for even browning. Seam-side down first so it seals shut. Use leftover rotisserie chicken for fastest prep.
You need: 2 cups shredded cooked chicken, 1 cup refried beans, 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese, 1/4 cup diced green chiles, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp chili powder, Salt to taste, 4 large flour tortillas (burrito size), Cooking spray, Sour cream, Guacamole, Salsa, Shredded lettuce, Diced tomatoes. This recipe serves 4 with 420 calories per serving.
Air Fryer Chicken Chimichangas takes 14 minutes total at 400°F. Top with sour cream, guacamole, salsa, lettuce, and tomatoes.
This recipe is rated Medium. It serves 4 and takes just 14 minutes at 400°F.
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