Description
These Sheet Pan Quesadillas are a game-changer for quick and easy meals! Perfect for feeding a crowd, they’re packed with a flavorful chicken, bean, and corn filling, melty Monterey Jack cheese, and baked to golden perfection. This sheet pan method makes assembly a breeze and ensures every bite is crispy and delicious.
Ingredients
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For the Filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 jalapeños, finely diced (adjust to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, fresh, canned, or thawed from frozen
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Assembly:
- 8 large burrito-size flour tortillas
- 2 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
For the Filling:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced red bell pepper, jalapeños, and garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the peppers are softened and the garlic is fragrant.
- Add Remaining Filling Ingredients: Stir in the black beans, corn, and shredded rotisserie chicken.
- Season: Sprinkle the mixture with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Set Aside: Remove the skillet from heat and set the filling aside.
For Assembly:
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Layer Bottom Tortillas: Place 4 tortillas on the sheet pan, letting the edges of the tortillas hang slightly over the sides of the pan (these will fold over the top later).
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the tortillas.
- Add Filling: Spread the filling mixture evenly on top of the cheese.
- Top with Tortillas: Place the other 4 tortillas on top.
- Brush with Butter: Brush the tops of the tortillas with melted butter.
- Seal Quesadillas: Fold the overhanging edges of the bottom tortillas up and over the top tortillas to seal the quesadilla. Press gently to ensure everything stays in place.
Bake:
- Press and Bake: Place another sheet of parchment paper and a pan or an oven-safe weight directly on top of the quesadillas to press them down while they bake. This ensures a crispy, evenly cooked quesadilla.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy.
- Cut: Remove from the oven, and carefully cut the quesadillas into squares or wedges.
Serve:
- Serve: Serve the sheet pan quesadillas warm, with optional toppings such as salsa, sour cream, fresh cilantro, diced red onion, or sliced jalapeños. Enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less jalapeños.
- Use any shredded cheese you prefer, such as cheddar or a Mexican blend.
- Customize the filling with other vegetables like onions or zucchini.
- For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and add more beans or vegetables.
- If you don’t have a weight, use another baking sheet to press down the quesadillas.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 400kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg