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Air Fryer Beef Chimichangas

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
Enjoy crispy, flavorful beef chimichangas made effortlessly in the air fryer, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2.5 teaspoons taco seasoning (or homemade)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, or your choice)
  • 4 flour tortillas flour tortillas
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole (for serving)

Instructions 

  • Cook ground beef in a pan until browned; drain excess fat. Add onion, garlic, and taco seasoning; cook until onion softens. Remove from heat.
  • Place beef mixture on a tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, fold sides, then roll tightly.
  • Lightly spray or brush chimichangas with olive oil.
  • Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place chimichangas seam-side down; cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  • Let cool briefly, then serve with optional toppings like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Notes

For extra crispiness, spray with a little more oil before air frying.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: beef