Nigella's Quesadilla
Elevate your midweek meals with Nigella's Quesadilla, a quick and flavorful twist on a Tex-Mex classic. This recipe combines the creamy richness of cheddar and cream cheese with tender shredded chicken, zesty black beans, and a fiery kick from fresh red chili. A sprinkle of fresh coriander adds a burst of herbal freshness, while a hint of lime and sour cream brings balance to every bite. Perfectly golden and crisped in a skillet, these quesadillas are ready in just 25 minutes, making them a crowd-pleasing option for busy nights. Serve them with sour cream and lime wedges for a zesty, comforting meal that's as simple as it is delicious. Ideal for fans of quick chicken recipes, cheesy dishes, and family-friendly dinners!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Large flour tortillas
- 200 grams Shredded cheddar cheese
- 100 grams Cream cheese
- 250 grams Cooked chicken, shredded
- 120 grams Canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 piece Red chili, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 120 ml Sour cream
- 1 piece Lime, for juicing
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, shredded cooked chicken, black beans, red chili, and fresh coriander.
Step 2
Add salt and black pepper to the mixture and stir until evenly combined.
Step 3
Lay two flour tortillas flat on a clean surface. Spread the filling mixture evenly across the tortillas, leaving about a 1 cm border around the edges.
Step 4
Place a second tortilla on top of each filled tortilla, pressing gently to seal.
Step 5
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with olive oil.
Step 6
Carefully place one quesadilla into the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side or until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and crisp.
Step 7
Using a spatula, carefully flip the quesadilla and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side. Repeat with the second quesadilla.
Step 8
Transfer the cooked quesadillas to a cutting board. Let them rest for 1 minute before slicing them into wedges.
Step 9
Serve the quesadilla wedges with a dollop of sour cream and a squeeze of lime juice on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (842.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2235.0 |
| Total Fat 153.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 85.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 375.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4285.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 148.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.0g | |
| Protein 84.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1999.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 802.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories