Grilled Chicken Quesadillas

Health score
14%
Grilled Chicken Quesadillas
35 min.
4
857kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a deliciously satisfying dish? Look no further than these Grilled Chicken Quesadillas! Perfectly crispy on the outside and oozing with cheesy goodness on the inside, these quesadillas are a delightful fusion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine biting into a warm tortilla filled with tender, shredded rotisserie chicken, creamy Monterey Jack cheese, and a hint of spice from pickled jalapeño chilies. The combination of black beans adds a hearty texture, making each bite not only flavorful but also filling. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or simply craving a comforting meal, these quesadillas are sure to impress.

With a preparation time of just 35 minutes, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time. Plus, they are versatile enough to be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a snack. Serve them with your favorite salsa or guacamole for an extra burst of flavor. So grab your ingredients, fire up the grill pan, and get ready to indulge in a dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • 15.5 oz black beans drained and rinsed canned
  • 0.3 cup pepper flakes sliced chopped
  • 10-inch flour tortilla ()
  • ounces monterrey jack cheese grated
  • 3.5 cups rotisserie chicken cut shredded skinless cooked
  • servings salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • potato masher
  • aluminum foil
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 200F and line a large baking sheet with foil or parchment.
  2. Place beans in a large bowl and use a potato masher or fork to mash them slightly.
  3. Add chicken, cheese and jalapeos and stir to combine. Season with salt.
  4. Place 1 tortilla on a work surface and spread a quarter of chicken mixture over half of tortilla. Fold other half of tortilla over to form a half-moon, pressing firmly. Repeat with remaining chicken mixture and tortillas.
  5. Warm a ridged grill pan or a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook 1 quesadilla at a time, turning carefully once, until cheese is melted and tortillas are golden, 2 to 4 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer grilled quesadilla to prepared baking sheet and place in oven to keep warm. Repeat with remaining quesadillas. When all quesadillas are grilled, cut each into 4 wedges and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories857kcal
Protein37.29%
Fat37.54%
Carbs25.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.5
Glycemic Load
11.31
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
20.134347817172%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:857.44kcal
42.87%
Fat:35.75g
55%
Saturated Fat:14.74g
92.15%
Carbohydrates:53.92g
17.97%
Net Carbohydrates:43.75g
15.91%
Sugar:3.34g
3.71%
Cholesterol:236.58mg
78.86%
Sodium:2105.16mg
91.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:79.89g
159.77%
Calcium:459.31mg
45.93%
Phosphorus:455.68mg
45.57%
Fiber:10.17g
40.68%
Folate:142.62µg
35.66%
Vitamin B1:0.52mg
34.6%
Selenium:23.25µg
33.22%
Manganese:0.62mg
31.22%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.6%
Iron:5.03mg
27.96%
Vitamin C:16.44mg
19.92%
Vitamin B3:3.93mg
19.66%
Magnesium:67.49mg
16.87%
Copper:0.31mg
15.48%
Zinc:2.26mg
15.1%
Potassium:490.52mg
14.01%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.14%
Vitamin A:420.66IU
8.41%
Vitamin K:7.42µg
7.06%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.88%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.25%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.7%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.17%
Source:My Recipes