Chicken Chimichangas
Ingredients
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1 ½ cups chicken broth1 cup uncooked long-grain rice½ cup red enchilada sauce1 ½ onion, diced, divided6 (12 inch) flour tortillas4 cups diced cooked chicken breast, divided1 pound Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, divided1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives4 cups refried beans, divided¼ cup vegetable oil3 avocados, peeled and pitted½ cup finely chopped cilantro2 tablespoons lemon juice3 green onions, diced¼ cup finely chopped jalapeno chile peppers1 tomato, diced2 cups shredded lettuce1 cup sour cream2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Directions
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In a medium saucepan combine the broth, rice, sauce, and 1 diced onion. Mix and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.Meanwhile, heat tortillas in a large skillet (so that they are soft enough to fold).When rice mixture is ready, spoon equal amounts of the following onto each tortilla: Chicken, shredded Jack cheese, diced onion, olives, rice mixture and beans. Roll tortillas, tucking in sides to prevent filling from spilling over.Heat oil in a large skillet and fry the filled tortillas, turning, until browned on all sides. Drain on paper towels.To Serve: In a medium bowl combine the avocados, cilantro, lemon juice, green onions, chile peppers and tomatoes. Mash together. Place shredded lettuce on a platter, topped with chimichangas, avocado mix, sour cream and shredded Cheddar cheese.