First things first, preheat your oven to 400°F. This ensures that your chimichangas will bake evenly and become wonderfully crispy.

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of cooked chicken, 1 cup of your favorite salsa, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of crushed oregano, 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and 1/4 cup of diced bell pepper. Stir it all together until everything is nicely mixed and coated. This filling is the heart of your chimichangas, full of flavor and variety.

Lay out your flour tortillas on a clean surface. Spoon about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture into the center of each tortilla. Take the sides of the tortilla and fold them over the filling. Then roll from the bottom up to create a tight bundle. The tortillas should be seam-side down when you place them on your baking sheet.

To achieve that golden-brown crust, brush the tops of each chimichanga with melted butter. This step is essential for that beautiful color and a bit of added flavor!

Pop the baking sheet with chimichangas into your preheated oven. Bake for about 25 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and crispy. It’s aroma time! The scent of baking chimichangas will surely get everyone’s mouth watering.

When they are ready, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a minute. Top them with your favorite garnishes, like diced tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole, or more salsa. Enjoy these warm, crispy delights straight from the oven!