For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a pinch of cumin or chili powder to the chicken while it's cooking. Feel free to substitute your favorite cheese blend. Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese also work well. Serve with salsa, sour cream, guacamole, or your favorite toppings.
Easy Chicken Quesadillas
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME25 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS30
These quesadillas are a delightful weeknight meal, perfect for using leftover chicken or for a quick and satisfying dinner. Flavorful chicken, seasoned black beans and rice, and plenty of melted cheese combine to create a comforting dish that’s ready in minutes.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate57 g
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Cholesterol90 mg
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Fiber6 g
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Protein32 g
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Saturated Fat18 g
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Sodium1714 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat29 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chicken tenders, 1 packet of sazon seasoning, and 1 teaspoon of garlic salt. Cook, stirring frequently and shredding the chicken with a fork as it cooks, until the chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear. (8-10 minutes)
02
StepIn a separate saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Stir in 1 cup of instant rice. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. (5-10 minutes)
03
StepIn a microwave-safe bowl, combine the drained and rinsed black beans, the remaining packet of sazon seasoning, and 1 teaspoon of garlic salt. Microwave until heated through. (about 2 minutes)
04
StepStir the heated black beans into the cooked rice.
05
StepLay each tortilla flat on a clean work surface. On one half of each tortilla, layer the black bean and rice mixture, shredded Mexican cheese, and shredded chicken. Top with another layer of shredded cheese.
06
StepFold the tortilla in half, covering the fillings.
07
StepSpread a thin layer of softened butter on the outside of each quesadilla.
08
StepHeat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook each quesadilla, butter-side down, until the cheese is melted, and the outside is crisp and golden brown. (about 5 minutes per side)
09
StepRemove from skillet and cut each quesadilla into wedges. Serve immediately.
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Alverta Koelpin
Jun 11, 2025I added a little bit of diced onion and bell pepper to the chicken while it was cooking, and it was delicious!
Kenna Romaguera
May 23, 2025The sazon seasoning really adds a unique flavor that makes these quesadillas stand out.
Alison Wisozk
Apr 28, 2025I love that I can use leftover rotisserie chicken to make this even faster!
Reyes Ohara
Apr 24, 2025This recipe was so easy to follow, and the quesadillas were a hit with my family!