Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup salsa
6 large flour tortillas
Vegetable oil for frying
Sour cream and guacamole for serving (optional)
Directions:
Preheat
Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Prepare Filling
Add ground beef and chopped onion to the skillet. Cook until beef is browned and onion is soft. Drain excess grease.
Stir in garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add salsa and mix well. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in both cheeses.
Assemble Chimichangas
Place about 1/3 cup of beef mixture in the center of each tortilla. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly like a burrito.
Fry
Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.
Carefully place chimichangas seam-side down in the oil and fry until golden and crispy, turning once (about 2–3 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
Garnish and Serve
Serve hot with sour cream, guacamole, or extra salsa on the side. Enjoy!