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Awesome Chicken Chimichangas!

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Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican, Texmex
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 3-1/2 Cups Chicken Shredded ( I used a rotisserie chicken)
  • 1/2 Onion Chopped
  • 1 or 2 Garlic Cloves Minced
  • 1/2 Cup Tomato Sauce
  • 1/2 Cup Chicken Broth
  • 2-1/2 tsp. Chili Powder
  • 1/2 tsp. Cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. Paprika
  • 1/4 tsp. Coriander
  • 1/4 Cup Salsa
  • 2 Tbsp. Sour Cream
  • 1-1/2 Cups Refried Beans
  • 1-1/2 Cups Mexican Cheese Blend Shredded
  • 6 Burrito Size Tortillas

Instructions
 

  • In a pan/skillet heat about 2 tablespoons of oil, add in onion and allow to cook for several minutes add in the garlic and allow to sauté until the garlic becomes fragrant.
  • Add in the tomato sauce, chicken broth, chili powder, cukin, paprika, coriander and salsa. Bring to a slight boil reduce and allow to simmer until it reduces by half. Add in sour cream, salt and pepper to taste, then add in the shredded chicken.
  • On a counter top lay out a tortilla, spread about 1/4 of refreid beans top with 1/2 cup chicken and shredded cheese. Fold in the sides and roll tightly. You may need to use toothpicks to fasten it in place.
  • Heat oil in a fryer or pan to about 360˚F. Add in tortillas and fry until they are golend brown, if not submerged flip halfto make sure all sides are cooked evenly.
  • Remove toothpicks and top with your favorite toppings.