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Air Fryer Shrimp Chimichanga


  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Crispy and flavorful shrimp chimichangas made in the air fryer for a healthier twist on this Tex-Mex favorite. Filled with seasoned shrimp, cheese, and spices, then air fried to golden perfection.


Ingredients

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1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
1/4 cup diced red onion
Cooking spray


Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly with the seasoning.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and chop the shrimp into bite-sized pieces.
Lay a flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. In the center of the tortilla, layer 1/4 cup of shredded cheese, 1/8 cup of black beans, a tablespoon of diced bell pepper, a tablespoon of diced onion, and one-quarter of the chopped shrimp.
Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll tightly from one end to the other to form a chimichanga. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Lightly spray each chimichanga with cooking spray to help them crisp up in the air fryer.
Place two chimichangas in the air fryer basket, making sure they do not touch. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 6 minutes, then carefully flip and air fry for an additional 6 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the air fryer and let cool for 2 minutes before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes