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Air Fried Chicken Chimichangas

These air fried chicken chimichangas are a classic Tex-Mex favorite with a healthy twist
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time6 hours 8 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: air fried, air fryer, chicken chimichangas, chimichangas, healthier chimichangas
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 16 oz salsa
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mexican blend
  • 4 oz green chilies
  • 6-8 chipotles in adobo diced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 4 large tortillas

Avocado Crema

  • 1/3 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 1/2 avocado
  • 1/2 lime juiced
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1/8 tsp salt

Instructions

  • Combine chicken breasts and jar of salsa in a slow cooker. Set to low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 hours. Remove chicken from slow cooker, let cool for 5 minutes, then shred with two forks.
  • In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, 2 tbsp salsa from slow cooker, shredded cheese, chipotle peppers, green chilies and spices.
  • Place about 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture in a rectangle close to one edge of tortilla. Fold closest edge over mixture, then fold in the two sides and roll up.
  • Place chimichangas seam side down on air fryer rack. Spray with oil and air fry at 425 for 7-8 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
  • For the avocado crema, combine greek yogurt, avocado, cilantro, lime juice and salt in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.