Grilled Chicken And Black Bean Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Grilled Chicken And Black Bean Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large grilled chicken breasts, sliced and bite size; 1 1/4 cups canned black beans, drained and rinsed; 1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 small green pepper, chopped; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 3 cups monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend; taco seasoning, to taste (or do a combo of chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder); 10 flour tortillas; sour cream, to serve on the side; salsa, to serve on the side

Servings: persons

2 large grilled chicken breasts, sliced and bite size
1 1/4 cups canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 small onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
3 cups monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend
taco seasoning, to taste (or do a combo of chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder)
10 flour tortillas
sour cream, to serve on the side
salsa, to serve on the side

1
Saute green peppers and onions in vegetable oil until softened.
2
Combine cooked peppers and onion with beans, corn, cheeses, and seasoning.
3
Spread some mixture over one half of a tortilla. Fold tortilla over to form a half moon and press around the edges.
4
Lightly spray or brush a skillet with vegetable oil.
5
Grill the quesadilla on medium to medium high heat. Each side takes about 3 minutes.
6
Do the same for the reaming mixture and tortillas.
7
It's easiest to use a pizza cutter to cut them into wedges.
8
Serve with sour cream and salsa.

1452

kcal

Calories

Fat

212

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large grilled chicken breasts, sliced and bite size, 1 1/4 cups canned black beans, drained and rinsed, 1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed, 1 small onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Grilled Chicken And Black Bean Quesadillas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Chicken And Black Bean Quesadillas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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