Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus 8 cups for frying
- 1/2 cup diced white onion
- 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 1/2 pounds cooked chicken breast, shredded while warm
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 (4.5-ounce) can chopped green chiles, drained
- 8 (10-inch) flour tortillas, warmed
- 1 cup shredded Monterrey Jack
- Wooden toothpicks
- Chipotle Salsa, recipe follows
- Sour cream, for garnish
- Fresh cilantro sprigs, for garnish
- Chipotle Salsa:
- 3 1/2 cups chopped ripe tomatoes
- 1/3 cup diced sweet onions
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped chipotle peppers in adobe
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Combine tomatoes, onions, garlic, lime juice, chopped peppers and cilantro in a medium bowl. Season with salt. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature with chicken chimichangas.
- Yield: about 4 cups
Description
Heat 2 Tablespoons Of Vegetable Oil In A Large Saute Pan Over Medium-high Heat. Add Onions And Saute Until Slightly Softened, About 2 Minutes. Add The Garlic, Chili Powder,…
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