Easy Chicken Chimichangas
These Chicken Chimichangas deliver 58g protein and 556 calories per serving—a substantial protein dose in one meal. Batch-preps 4 servings on the stovetop in quick time, making them a reliable dinner that covers a major portion of daily protein targets. Built for evening training sessions when you need 50g+ protein in a single plate.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Grilled(480g)
- •Mexican Blend Cheese(360g)
- •Salsa, Prepared, Red, Store-Bought(160g)
- •Flour Tortillas
- •Butter(15g)
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil and mist with cooking spray.
- 2In a bowl, stir together chicken, cheese and salsa until well-mixed. Spoon approximately 1/2 cup of the mixture into the center of a tortilla. Fold in the sides, then roll the tortilla from bottom to top to make a chimichanga (burrito) shape. Place the chimichanga seam side down on the baking sheet. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling mixture, then brush the outside of the tortillas with melted butter.
- 3Bake for 25 minutes until tortillas are golden brown. Remove and serve immediately, with additional toppings if desired.
Nutrition — Per Serving
556
calories
58g
protein
34g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 3g
- Saturated fat
- 20.2g
- Sodium
- 691 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.8g
4 servings per batch · ~254g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Easy Chicken Chimichangas have per serving?
Each chimichanga contains 58g of protein and 556 calories, with 34g fat and just 3g carbs. The high protein content makes this a legitimate muscle-building meal despite the calorie density.
How long does Easy Chicken Chimichangas take to prep?
This recipe has quick prep time and yields 4 servings, so a single batch provides meals for multiple days. Stovetop cooking means you're not relying on oven time for a full dinner.
Are Easy Chicken Chimichangas good for muscle gain?
At 58g protein per serving, these chimichangas deliver substantial amino acid load in one meal, supporting muscle protein synthesis during a bulk. The 556 calories and moderate carbs fit into higher-calorie muscle-gain phases.
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