Chicken and Bean Chimichanga
A chimichanga is a deep-fried burrito, a staple of Tex-Mex and Southwestern American cuisine. This version is typically filled with shredded chicken, beans (like pinto or black beans), cheese, and spices, then fried until the flour tortilla is golden and crispy. It's often served with toppings like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in calories, fat (especially from frying and cheese), and carbohydrates (from the tortilla and beans), while also providing a good amount of protein from the chicken and beans. A typical restaurant serving can range from 800 to over 1,200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 550 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 980 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Calcium | 180 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin A | 250 IU |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Magnesium | 65 mg |
| Zinc | 3.0 mg |
Per 1 chimichanga (280 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The chimichanga is a fascinating example of culinary invention, often credited to a Mexican-American restaurant in Arizona. Nutritionally, the beans add valuable fiber and plant-based protein, which can help balance the richness of the fried tortilla and cheese.
