Quick Chicken & Black Bean Quesadillas 🌮
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Quick Chicken & Black Bean Quesadillas
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Description: Quick, easy, and not too spicy! This scrumptious recipe conveniently makes use of items in your pantry. Great football or party food. Tested at high altitude.
- Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Chicken, Poultry, Cheese, Black Beans, Beans, Meat, Southwestern U.S., Kid Friendly, Spicy, < 30 Mins, Oven, Beginner Cook, Easy
- Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
- Review Count: 6 reviews
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1124.2
- Fat Content: 54.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 27g
- Cholesterol Content: 210.8mg
- Sodium Content: 1921.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 71.7g
- Fiber Content: 16.7g
- Sugar Content: 2.6g
- Protein Content: 85.6g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Onion powder |
| 1 | Garlic powder |
| 1/2 | Seasoning salt |
| 1 | Chili powder |
| 1 | Cayenne pepper |
| 1/8 | Ground black pepper |
| 1/8 | Black beans |
| 1 | Monterey Jack pepper cheese |
| 8 | Colby-Monterey Jack cheese |
| 4 | Flour tortillas |
| – | Salsa (for serving) |
| – | Sour cream (for serving) |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare Chicken: Place the chunk chicken in a small bowl and lightly flake it with a fork.
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Season Chicken: In another small bowl, combine onion powder, garlic powder, seasoning salt, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and ground black pepper. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the chicken and toss well to coat. Set aside for 10 minutes to marinate.
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Assemble Quesadillas: Place one tortilla on a baking pan. Spoon half of the seasoned chicken mixture onto the tortilla, spreading it evenly to within 1/4 inch of the edge. Then, spoon half of the canned black beans on top of the chicken, spreading them evenly. Sprinkle half of the Monterey Jack pepper cheese and half of the Colby-Monterey Jack cheese on top of the beans, spreading evenly. Top with another tortilla. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and fillings.
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Bake Quesadillas: Lightly spray the top tortilla of each quesadilla with non-stick cooking spray. Bake them at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes or until the tortilla edges are slightly crisp and the center is warm.
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Serve: Remove the quesadillas from the oven and allow them to cool for 2 minutes. Using a pizza cutter, carefully cut each quesadilla into 4-6 wedges. If desired, serve with individual bowls of salsa and/or sour cream for dipping.
Serving Suggestions:
- This recipe serves 2-3 people as a meal or 4-8 people as an appetizer.
- Pair with a side salad or Mexican rice for a complete meal.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped green onions for an extra burst of flavor.
Tips:
- Customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of chili powder and cayenne pepper.
- Substitute cooked shredded beef or pork for the chicken for variation.
- Make it vegetarian by omitting the chicken and using extra black beans or adding sautéed vegetables like bell peppers and onions.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas for a healthier option.
Enjoy your delicious Quick Chicken & Black Bean Quesadillas! 🎉🍽️
