Chimichangas de Pollo y Carnitas al Horno (Baked Chicken and Pork Chimichangas)
Crisp, golden baked burritos packed with shredded chicken, carnitas, peppers and melting cheese, with soured cream and salsa to dip.
Made with Flour tortillas and Carnitas (slow cooked pork) and Shredded chicken (pollo deshebrado). Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time45 min
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £2.88 a head
- Oven220°C (200°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan). Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a pan and fry the onion and pepper for 6 minutes until soft.
6 min - 2
Add the cumin, the pollo deshebrado (see the base recipe), the carnitas (see the base recipe) and the chopped tomatoes. Simmer for 8 minutes until thick and no longer wet, then cool for 5 minutes. Season.
8 min - 3
Warm the flour tortillas (see the base recipe) for 15 seconds each side so they roll without cracking.
- 4
Divide the filling and cheese between the tortillas. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly. Place seam side down on a lined tray.
- 5
Brush all over with the remaining oil. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, turning once, until golden and crisp.
16 min 40 s - 6
Serve whole with the soured cream and a spoonful of salsa.
Tips
- Make sure the filling is thick, not wet, or the chimichangas will tear and go soggy.
- Brush well with oil all over for a crisp, fried-looking crust without deep frying.
- Serve with guacamole and rice for a full plate.
Storing and freezing
Chill cooked chimichangas within 1 hour. Keeps up to 2 days. Reheat at 200C (180C fan, gas 6) for 12 to 15 minutes until steaming hot all the way through.
Questions
Can I fry them instead of baking?
Yes. Shallow fry for 2 to 3 minutes each side in 1 cm of oil at around 180 degrees until golden. Baking uses less oil and is easier for a family batch.
Can I freeze them?
Yes. Freeze unbaked on a tray, then bag. Bake from frozen at 190C (170C fan, gas 5) for 30 minutes until golden and hot all the way through.
Can I use gluten free wraps?
Use large gluten free wraps and warm them first. They crack more easily, so do not overfill.
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EFNFDouble check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.