Recipe
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Chimichangas
Golden air fryer chicken chimichangas with a crisp tortilla shell and cheesy, spiced filling — lighter than deep-fried but just as satisfying.
Ingredients
Method
12 mins prep16 mins cook28 mins total
In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, salsa, cream cheese, cheddar, cumin, smoked paprika and garlic powder. Season to taste.
Warm tortillas briefly so they are pliable, then divide filling between them.
Fold in sides and roll tightly into burrito shapes. Place seam-side down and brush lightly with oil.
Preheat air fryer to 200°C. Air fry chimichangas in batches for 7 to 9 minutes, turning once, until crisp and golden.
Rest for 2 minutes, then serve hot with sour cream, guacamole and extra salsa.
Notes
Brush tortillas lightly with oil before air frying for a deeper golden finish.
Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches so each chimichanga crisps evenly.
About this recipe
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Chimichangas deliver all the comfort of the classic fried version with less oil and less mess. Tender chicken, salsa and melted cheese are wrapped in tortillas, then air fried until crisp and golden.
Perfect for weeknight dinners, these are easy to customise and brilliant served with guacamole, sour cream and fresh salsa.
