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Chicken Quesadilla Recipe
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Chicken Quesadillas

These easy Chicken Quesadillas are packed with flavor and loaded with juicy chicken, fresh veggies, black beans, and gooey cheese. A quick weeknight dinner or lunch the whole family will love!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1 pepper, diced
  • ½ cup corn kernels
  • ½ cup cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
  • ⅓ cup black beans (drained and rinsed if canned)
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • olive oil or cooking spray, for the pan

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

  1. Prep veggies and protein: Dice tomato and bell pepper. If needed, thaw corn and shred or chop cooked chicken.
  2. Combine filling: In a bowl, mix tomato, bell pepper, corn, black beans, and chicken. Season with a little salt and pepper.
  3. Heat skillet: Place a large skillet over medium heat and lightly oil or spray.
  4. Build quesadilla:
     • Lay one tortilla in the pan.
     • Sprinkle half the cheese on the bottom tortilla.
     • Evenly spoon half the filling on top of the cheese.
     • Sprinkle remaining cheese on top of the filling.
     • Place a second tortilla over everything.
  5. Cook and flip: Cook for 2–3 minutes until the bottom is golden and cheese starts melting. Carefully flip and cook another 2–3 minutes.
  6. Cool, slice and enjoy: Let it cool slightly, then slice into wedges. Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guac.

Notes

Estimated Nutrition (per serving, 1/2 quesadilla):
 • Calories: 280
 • Protein: 18g
 • Carbs: 28g
 • Fat: 12g
 • Fiber: 4g
 • Sodium: 460mg
Total Servings: 4