Description
Sizzling Mexican magic happens when crispy “cheesy chicken sheet pan quesadillas” emerge from your kitchen, packed with zesty flavors and irresistible textures. Quick weeknight dinners welcome this crowd-pleasing dish that delivers bold southwestern comfort on a single pan.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 lb (454 g) chicken, cooked and shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Beans:
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup corn kernels
- 1/4 cup salsa or pico de gallo
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 10 large flour tortillas
- 1/4 cup melted butter or olive oil
Toppings:
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Chopped cilantro or green onions
- Salsa or hot sauce
Instructions
- Craft a flavorful chicken mixture by thoroughly blending shredded chicken, melted cheese, hearty black beans, sweet corn kernels, zesty salsa, and aromatic taco seasoning in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Position a tortilla on a clean workspace and generously distribute the prepared chicken medley across one half, ensuring a small perimeter remains uncovered.
- Gently fold the unadorned tortilla section over the filling, creating a perfect crescent-shaped pocket.
- Replicate the folding process with remaining tortillas until all filling is utilized.
- Meticulously coat a large sheet pan with a thin layer of melted butter or olive oil to prevent sticking and enhance golden crispiness.
- Arrange the folded quesadillas in a single, organized layer across the prepared pan, avoiding overcrowding.
- Delicately brush the exterior of each quesadilla with additional butter or oil to promote even browning and enhance flavor profile.
- Slide the pan into a preheated oven set at 400°F, allowing the quesadillas to transform into crispy, golden delights for approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Carefully flip each quesadilla midway through cooking to ensure uniform crunchiness and complete cheese melting.
- Remove from oven and permit a brief cooling period before slicing into wedge-shaped portions.
- Garnish with optional accompaniments like tangy sour cream, fresh cilantro, vibrant salsa, or fiery hot sauce for an enhanced culinary experience.
Notes
- Customize protein by swapping chicken with ground beef, turkey, or plant-based alternatives for varied dietary needs.
- Prevent soggy tortillas by patting chicken dry and using minimal salsa during filling preparation.
- Enhance crispiness by using a preheated baking sheet and avoiding overcrowding during baking.
- Boost nutrition by incorporating extra vegetables like bell peppers, spinach, or zucchini into the filling mixture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg