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Golden, crispy chicken chimichangas cooked in the air fryer, served on a plate with dipping sauce.

Easy Air Fryer Chicken Chimichangas

5 from 1 vote
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings

Description

Crispy, golden air fryer chicken chimichangas packed with savory chicken and melted cheese. Perfect for quick lunches, dinners, or snack time!

Ingredients 

  • 3 cups chicken, cooked, and shredded
  • 1 cup Mexican-blend cheese, or cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup salsa, mild or spicy
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 6 large flour tortillas, burrito-size

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, cheese, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  • Lay out the tortillas and spoon the chicken mixture evenly down the center of each one.
  • Fold in the sides, then roll tightly into a chimichanga.
  • Lightly spray or brush each chimichanga with olive oil or melted butter.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
  • Place chimichangas seam-side down in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them.
  • Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
  • Remove carefully and let cool slightly before serving.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 212kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 13gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 530mgPotassium: 173mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 303IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 270mgIron: 2mg