The Shut Up Sandi Quesadilla Quesadillas

Meet your next weeknight favorite: The Shut Up Sandi Quesadilla Quesadillas, a bold and satisfying twist on a classic comfort food. This easy-to-make recipe combines layers of melted cheddar and mozzarella cheese, tender shredded chicken, hearty black beans, and a pop of fresh green bell pepper and red onion, all seasoned with smoky cumin and paprika for a flavor-packed bite in every layer. Sandwiched between golden, buttery tortillas, these quesadillas are pan-seared to crispy perfection in just 30 minutes. Perfect for family dinners or indulgent snacks, serve these quesadillas with tangy sour cream, vibrant salsa, and a sprinkle of cilantro for a restaurant-quality dish right at home. Quick, cheesy, and utterly irresistible—this recipe brings crunch and comfort to your plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Flour tortillas
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 1 cup Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 0.5 cup Green bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Butter
• 0.5 cup Sour cream, for serving
• 0.5 cup Salsa, for serving
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced green bell pepper and red onion, cooking for 3 minutes until softened.

Step 2

Add the black beans, shredded chicken, cumin, and paprika to the skillet. Stir and cook for 2-3 more minutes until the mixture is warm and well combined. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle ¼ cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 2 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the tortilla.

Step 4

Spread ¼ of the chicken and bean mixture over the cheese layer, followed by another ¼ cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Place a second tortilla on top to create a layered quesadilla.

Step 5

Heat ½ tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Carefully transfer the quesadilla to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, pressing gently with a spatula.

Step 6

Flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.

Step 7

Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas, cheese, and filling to make two quesadillas in total.

Step 8

Slice each quesadilla into quarters or sixths and serve with sour cream, salsa, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1392.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2962.9

Total Fat 177.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 618.1mg	0%
Sodium 4260.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 149.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.7g	0%
Total Sugars 15.0g
Protein 194.0g	0%

Vitamin D 5.0IU	0%
Calcium 3015.2mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 2050.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.7%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 20.1%