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Extra Crispy Air Fryer Chimichanga Recipe

Chef Marcus
Make crunchy air fryer chimichangas with this easy Air-Fryer-Dinners recipe that delivers golden, crispy perfection without deep frying.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef cooked and drained
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Mexican blend
  • 4 large flour tortillas 10-inch size
  • 1 cup refried beans canned
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil for brushing

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, mix cooked ground beef, refried beans, and shredded cheese until well combined for the filling.
  • Lay out a tortilla, add a generous scoop of filling, fold sides in, and roll tightly into a burrito shape.
  • Brush the outside of each chimichanga with vegetable oil and preheat air fryer to 380°F.
  • Air fry in a single layer for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
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