Piramide Chimichanga Recipe
A 12” flour tortilla with grilled chicken, bacon, pico de gallo, and mushrooms fried to golden perfection. Topped with champagne cheese sauce, sliced avocado and served with white rice and lettuce.
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Ingredients
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Main Components
Method
Preparation
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Prepare the Chicken
Grill the chicken breast until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes on each side. Once done, chop into bite-sized pieces.
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Assemble the Chimichanga
Lay a flour tortilla on a flat surface. In the center, layer the grilled chicken, bacon, pico de gallo, and sautéed mushrooms. Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling and roll it up tightly to form a chimichanga.
Cooking
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Fry the Chimichanga
In a deep skillet, heat 1 cup of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the chimichanga seam-side down into the oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
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Serve
Place the fried chimichanga on a plate, top with champagne cheese sauce, and garnish with sliced avocado and shredded lettuce. Serve alongside the cooked white rice.