Sunday, March 24, 2013

Smokey turkey baked chimichangas


Looking for something a little different for a Mexican night?  This is it.  The filling is versatile so feel free to adjust to your liking.  Just follow the baking instructions for a crispy tortilla without frying!

Smokey Turkey Baked Chimichangas - Makes 6
8oz bag shredded cabbage (Slaw mix)
4 scallions - thinly sliced
1 pound smoked turkey deli meat - Thin slices from the deli then cut into 1/2 strips
1 chipotle in adobo - finely minced (try 2 if you like it with a kick)
1 cup tomato sauce
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 Tbsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 - 12 inch flour tortillas
1/4 cup olive oil
Sour cream for serving

Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with foil.
Add cabbage, scallions, turkey, chipotle, tomato sauce, chili powder, paprika, salt and pepper in a large bowl and stir well to combine. 
Lay 1 tortilla on a flat surface and place 1/3 cup of cheese followed by 1/6 or about a cup of the filling mixture on the end closest to you.  Fold over the right and left sides then fold up the end closest to you and roll the tortilla away from you to form a tight package.  Place it on the baking sheet and continue with the remaining tortillas. 
Using a pastry brush (or your hands if needed) dip brush into the oil and cover the tops of the chimichangas with a coat of oil.  Also brush the foil under each wrap.
Bake at 400 for 20 minutes until golden brown.
Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Top with sour cream and enjoy!



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