Beef and Cheese Chimichangas – Easy Recipes with Ground Beef
These Beef and Cheese Chimichangas are the ultimate comfort food! Perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners, this crispy and cheesy Mexican-inspired dish is packed with flavor and simple to make. Whether you're a fan of easy recipes with ground beef, exploring Thanksgiving recipes side dishes, experimenting with ninja creami keto recipes, or just looking for some Jello pudding inspiration, these chimichangas have got you covered. They’re also a great addition to your collection of easy ground beef recipes with potatoes and extra protein meals. Don’t miss this crowd-pleaser!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 6 large flour tortillas
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and the onion is soft.
- Drain excess fat and stir in garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese, sour cream, and salsa.
- Spoon the beef mixture evenly down the center of each tortilla, then fold in the sides and roll up tightly.
- Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Carefully place the chimichangas seam-side down in the hot oil and fry until golden brown on all sides.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite toppings like guacamole, sour cream, or extra salsa.