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Chorizo and Egg Chimichangas

A delicious and hearty meal that blends savory chorizo sausage with fluffy scrambled eggs, wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large large eggs
  • 1 cup chorizo sausage, cooked Cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 4 flour tortillas flour tortillas
  • cooking oil for frying For frying chimichangas
Serving Suggestions
  • sour cream for serving
  • salsa for serving
  • chopped cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet, scramble the eggs until cooked through.
  2. Add the cooked chorizo to the eggs and mix well.
Assembly
  1. Place a portion of the egg and chorizo mixture along with some cheese in the center of each tortilla.
  2. Fold the sides of the tortilla in, then roll it up tightly to form a chimichanga.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat and fry the chimichangas until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
  2. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
Serving
  1. Serve hot with sour cream, salsa, and garnish with cilantro.

Notes

For best results, ensure the chorizo is well-cooked before mixing. Use a non-stick skillet for easy cleanup. Consider adding diced peppers or onions for extra flavor.