Easy Chicken Chimichangas

INGREDIENTS

- chicken thighs and legs deboned - shredded cheddar and mozzarella mixed cheese - flour tortillas - cumin - garlic powder - salt - cayenne pepper - cooked black or pinto beans

STEP 1

 Place about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a pan and heat to 325 to 350 degrees.

STEP 2

 Lay out your flour tortillas flat on the table, placing about 2-3 tablespoons of shredded chicken in the center. On top of the chicken add a tablespoon of the beans.

STEP 3

Add about 1 tablespoon of cheese on top of the beans and spread the filling out from end-to end of the tortilla, leaving about 1/2 inch of room on each side.

STEP 4

Fold each end of the tortilla toward the center.

STEP 5

Then fold the bottom side of the tortilla over the center and roll the chimichanga closed.

STEP 6

Place chimichangas in the oil on the stove and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side or until lightly browned.

STEP 7

Remove from the oil and drain while they cool before serving.

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