Here’s a bold, over-the-top version of The Empire City Stacked Chimichanga — crispy tortillas layered with seasoned meat, beans, cheese, and sauce. Big flavor, big portions!
🌯 The Empire City Stacked Chimichanga
Ingredients (Serves 4)
Filling:
- 1 lb ground beef (or shredded chicken)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- ½ cup tomato sauce or salsa
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup cooked Mexican rice (optional but recommended)
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
Assembly:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Oil for frying (about 1–2 cups, shallow fry)
Toppings:
- Sour cream
- Guacamole or sliced avocado
- Salsa or enchilada sauce
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Jalapeños (optional)
- Chopped cilantro
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Filling
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned; drain excess fat.
- Add onion and garlic; cook 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in taco seasoning and tomato sauce/salsa. Simmer 5 minutes until thickened.
2️⃣ Warm & Layer
- Warm tortillas slightly to make them flexible.
- Spread refried beans on one tortilla.
- Add seasoned meat, a layer of rice (if using), and shredded cheese.
- Place another tortilla on top and repeat layers to create a stacked effect (2 tortillas per stack works great).
3️⃣ Fry the Stack
- Carefully transfer stack to hot oil (medium heat).
- Fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels.
(Alternative: Brush lightly with oil and bake at 400°F / 200°C for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway.)
4️⃣ Top & Serve
- Drizzle with sour cream and salsa or enchilada sauce.
- Add lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeños, avocado, and cilantro.
- Slice like a pie and serve immediately.
💡 Tips
- Use shredded rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
- Add black beans or corn for extra texture.
- For a “loaded” version, pour warm queso over the top.
- Keep stacks smaller for easier flipping when frying.
If you’d like, I can also give you:
- 🔥 A spicy chipotle Empire City version
- 🧀 A smothered chimichanga with queso and enchilada sauce
- 🥩 A steak-stuffed stacked version
Which version sounds good?
