chimichanga
noun
a crisp, often deep-fried tortilla containing a spicy filling of pork, chicken, etc., usually served as an appetizer with sour cream, salsa, melted cheese, etc.
chimichangas
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pluralof chimichanga.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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In 2020, Taste of Home published a list of "39 recipes husbands can't get enough of," including some real "meat and potatoes" fare like beef chimichangas and burgers with grilled cheese sandwiches as buns.
From Salon ● Feb. 12, 2023
The restaurant has been operated by the same family ever since, and they’re still serving a wide assortment of chimichangas.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2022
Prices: $2 to $21 for starters, sides, snacks, tacos, burritos, chimichangas, entrees and desserts.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 2, 2021
Besides the famous chilaquiles, there are tacos, burritos, chimichangas, tortas, huaraches, sopes, enchiladas, tostadas, and more, along with soups and stews.
From The Guardian ● Nov. 16, 2015
If his mother was home, he was happy, even if she smelled like chimichangas.
From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly
