Pot roast is a popular Sunday dish, and I have learned to make it perfectly in my Instant Pot. Because I have a small family, I always have leftovers, and have been learning to use those leftovers in versatile ways. The following Air Fryer Beef Chimichangas are a quick family favorite. These delicious chimichangas can be made – start to finish – in less than 30 minutes.

One of the reasons I love my air fryer is that I can significantly reduce the fat content by spraying food with a Air Fryer Oil Spray Bottle; it is much easier, faster, and less messy than brushing.

Plain roast beef can be turned into a spicy (or not - as you like), Mexican flavored filling for not only these chimichangas, but also tacos, burritos, tostadas, etc. These have plenty of both meat and cheese, and are delicious.

6 Servings

2 cups leftover cooked beef, shredded
1/2 cup medium salsa
1 4 oz. can diced mild green chilies

6 large flour tortillas
3 cups finely grated cheddar jack cheese

2 to 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Garnishes
Shredded Lettuce
sour cream
salsa
guacamole
chopped green onion
chopped tomato

1. Mix the shredded beef, salsa, and green chilies in a small skillet; heat the mixture over medium heat until the salsa is absorbed into the beef.






2. Lay the flour tortillas flat and place 1/6 of the mixture about a third of the way onto the tortilla. Cover each with 1/2 cup of the cheese. Fold the tortilla, envelope style (short sides in, then long sides in), over the meat and cheese.
3. Spray the rolled chimichangas liberally with oil (or brush if a spray bottle isn't available).
4. Preheat the air fryer to 390°,
   Lay the sprayed chimichangas in the pan of the air fryer. Let the chimichangas cook until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes. Garnish with preferred toppings.
   

Amount Per Serving
Calories 468 Calories from Fat 253
Percent Total Calories From:
Fat 54% Protein 25% Carb. 21%

Nutrient Amount per Serving
Total Fat 28 g
Saturated Fat 14 g
Cholesterol 90 mg
Sodium 638 mg
Total Carbohydrate 24 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0 g
Protein 30 g

Vitamin A 19% Vitamin C 27% Calcium 0% Iron 10%