Quick Chicken & Black Bean Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Quick Chicken & Black Bean Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12 1/2 ounce) can premium chunk chicken, packed in water, drained; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained; 8 ounces shredded monterey jack pepper cheese or 8 ounces shredded colby-monterey jack cheese; 4 flour tortillas; nonstick cooking spray; salsa, for dipping (optional); sour cream, for dipping (optional)

Servings: persons

1 (12 1/2 ounce) can premium chunk chicken, packed in water, drained
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
8 ounces shredded monterey jack pepper cheese or 8 ounces shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
4 flour tortillas
nonstick cooking spray
salsa, for dipping (optional)
sour cream, for dipping (optional)

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["Begin preheating oven to 375u00b0F.", "Place chunk chicken in small bowl and flake lightly with fork.", "Combine spices in small bowl and sprinkle evenly over chicken.", "Toss well to coat.", "Set chicken mixture aside for 10 minutes.", "Place one tortilla on a baking pan.", "Spoon half the chicken mixture onto tortilla and spread evenly to within 1/4"" of edge.", "Spoon half the can of black beans on top of the chicken and spread evenly.", "Sprinkle half the cheese on top of the beans, spreading evenly.", "Top fillings with another tortilla.", "Spray top tortilla lightly with non-stick cooking spray.", "Repeat process with two remaining tortillas and fillings.", "Bake at 375u00b0F for 10-15 minutes or until tortilla edges are slightly crisp and center is warm.", "Remove from oven and allow 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.", "Serves 2-3 as a meal, 4-8 as an appetizer."]

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (12 1/2 ounce) can premium chunk chicken, packed in water, drained, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon seasoning salt, and more.

Yes, Quick Chicken & 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.

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Quick Chicken & Black Bean Quesadillas

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