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Chicken Sheet Pan Quesadillas

Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: cheese quesadillas, chicken quesadillas, csheet pan quesadillas, quesadillas in the oven
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 472kcal
Author: Jessica Formicola
With corn, black beans, chicken and loads of flavor, these EASY Quesadillas in the oven will be your new go-to weeknight meal!
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Equipment

  • 2 Quarter Sheet Pans
  • Grater Set

Ingredients

Quesadillas:

  • 2 cups chicken , cooked and shredded or chopped
  • 1 cup can yellow corn , drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup can black beans , drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 8-10 medium flour tortillas
  • 2 cups Mexican cheese blend , shredded
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter , melted

Garnish & Sauces:

  • Salsa
  • Sour cream or Crema Mexicana
  • Guacamole
  • Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro)
  • Pico de Gallo
  • Ranchero Sauce

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F and lightly grease a quarter sheet pan.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the chicken, corn, beans, chili powder, and cumin. Set aside.
  • Line the sheet pan with the tortillas so that half of them hang off the sides.
  • Spread out the chicken mixture evenly onto the tortillas and top with the grated cheese.
  • Fold the tortillas onto themselves. You might need one or two more to cover the top. Place another sheet pan on top to press them down and in place.
  • Brush the tops with melted butter.
  • Cook for 20 minutes then remove the top sheet pan and cook the quesadillas uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and cut into squares or triangles. Serve warm and top with garnishes of your choice.
  • If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings!
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