Cheese & Bean Chimichanga
A Cheese & Bean Chimichanga is a deep-fried flour tortilla filled with melted cheese and seasoned beans, often refried pinto beans. It is a popular Tex-Mex dish, known for its crispy exterior and savory, gooey interior.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the tortilla and fat from the deep-frying process, with a moderate amount of protein from the beans and cheese. A single chimichanga can range from 400 to 600 calories, depending on size and preparation.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 550 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 48 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 1200 mg |
| Calcium | 350 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 300 mg |
| Magnesium | 60 mg |
Per 1 chimichanga (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The chimichanga is a classic example of Tex-Mex innovation, believed to have been invented in Arizona, USA. Nutritionally, it offers a hearty combination of plant-based protein from beans and dairy protein from cheese, but is best enjoyed as an occasional treat due to its high fat content.
