AIR-FRYER BLACK BEAN CHIMICHANGAS

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These chimichangas get a little love from the air fryer, so they're much healthier than their deep-fried counterparts. Black beans provide protein, and the recipe is a smart way to use up leftover rice. -Kimberly Hammond, Kingwood, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve brown rice
2/3 cup frozen corn
2/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
2/3 cup chopped green onions
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed if necessary
4 teaspoons olive oil
Optional: Guacamole and salsa

Steps:

Preheat air fryer to 400°. In a large microwave-safe bowl, mix beans, rice and corn; microwave, covered, until heated through, 4-5 minutes, stirring halfway. Stir in cilantro, green onions and salt., To assemble, spoon 3/4 cup bean mixture across the center of each tortilla. Fold bottom and sides of tortilla over filling and roll up. Brush with olive oil. , In batches, place seam side down on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until golden brown and crispy, 2-3 minutes. If desired, serve with guacamole and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 602mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 13g protein.