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Loaded Quesadillas

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These loaded quesadillas are packed with cheesy goodness, seasoned chicken, vegetables, and toppings, making them a satisfying meal or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Sour cream, salsa, and guacamole (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add diced bell peppers and onions, sauté until slightly softened.
  3. Stir in shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and spices. Cook for 3–4 minutes until heated through.
  4. Remove mixture from skillet and set aside.
  5. Place one tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle half of the cheeses evenly over it.
  6. Add the chicken and veggie mixture on top, then sprinkle remaining cheese.
  7. Top with the second tortilla and cook for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Flip carefully and cook the other side until golden and cheese is melted.
  9. Remove from skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then cut into wedges.
  10. Serve warm with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.

Notes

  • Use any cheese you prefer like Monterey Jack or pepper jack for extra spice.
  • You can swap chicken for beef, pork, or keep it vegetarian with extra beans and veggies.
  • For a crispier quesadilla, brush tortillas lightly with butter before cooking.

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