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Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas recipe is a Mexican Dinner meal that takes several minutes to make. If you enjoy Mexican for Dinner, you will like Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas!

Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas

Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas Recipe
Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas

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What Course Is Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas?

Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas is for Dinner.


How Long Does Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas Recipe Take To Prepare?

Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas takes several minutes to prepare.


How Long Does Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas Recipe Take To Cook?

Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas takes several minutes to cook.


How Many Servings Does Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas Recipe Make?

Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas makes 8 servings.


What Are The Ingredients For Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas Recipe?

The ingredients for Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas are:

2 sprays cooking spray
1/2 pound uncooked ground turkey breast
16 oz fat-free canned refried beans
1 3/4 cup salsa
4 1/2 oz canned green chili peppers, mild, drained and diced
1 tsp chili powder
3 Tbsp scallion(s), thinly sliced
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese
8 large burrito-size wheat flour tortilla(s)
1 cup salsa
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream


How Do I Make Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas?

Here is how you make Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas:

Preheat oven to 350?F. Coat a large skillet with cooking spray. Coat a 13 X 9 X 2-inch baking dish with cooking spray.Add turkey to skillet and cook over medium-high heat until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Drain any excess liquid from pan and then add beans, 1 3/4 cups of salsa, chili peppers, chili powder and scallions. Cook until heated through, about 3 minutes; stir in cheese.Meanwhile, wrap tortillas in foil; warm in oven for 10 minutes.Assemble chimichangas by spooning about 1/2 cup of turkey mixture onto each tortilla; fold in sides and roll up.Place chimichangas in prepared baking dish. Bake uncovered until tortillas are crisp and browned, about 20 minutes. Serve each topped with 2 Tbsp of salsa and 1 Tbsp of sour cream.Flavor Booster: Mexican and Central American food stores often sell epazote, a pungent herb with a taste similar to cilantro. Sprinkle 1 Tbsp of chopped fresh epazote or cilantro over the finished dish. Number of Servings: 8Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user KIMMIBEAR.


What's The Nutritional Info For Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas?

The nutritional information for Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas is:

  • Servings Per Recipe: 8
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 220.2
  • Total Fat: 2.2 g
  • Cholesterol: 2.5 mg
  • Sodium: 1,003.8 mg
  • Total Carbs: 40.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 12.9 g
  • Protein: 14.2 g

What Type Of Cuisine Is Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas?

Turkey and Monterey Jack Chimichangas is Mexican cuisine.


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