Cheesy Beef Chimichangas: Crispy Fiesta!

Introduction

Crave a golden, crispy delight? These Cheesy Beef Chimichangas deliver! Seasoned ground beef and creamy, melted cheese are wrapped in a tortilla and fried, baked, or air-fried to perfection. Every bite is a flavor-packed fiesta perfect for lunch, dinner, or casual gatherings.

Servings & Time

Servings: 6 large chimichangas

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

For the Filling:

500 g ground beef

1 medium onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 small green bell pepper, finely diced (optional)

1 small red bell pepper, finely diced (optional)

2 tbsp tomato paste

100 ml beef broth or water

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp chili powder

½ tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp ground coriander

½ tsp oregano

¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Salt and black pepper, to taste

1 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil

For the Cheese Mixture: