Special Lunch #11 Recipe
One chicken quesadilla, rice and beans.
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Ingredients
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Quesadilla and Sides
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Chicken
Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and cumin. Cook in a skillet over medium heat with 1 tablespoon of olive oil until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side. Once done, shred the chicken.
- 2
Prepare the Quesadilla
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Place one tortilla in the skillet, add half of the shredded chicken and half of the cheese on one half of the tortilla, and fold the tortilla over. Cook until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Repeat with the second tortilla.
- 3
Heat the Rice and Beans
In a small saucepan, combine the cooked rice and black beans over low heat, stirring occasionally until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 4
Serve
Plate the quesadilla with a side of rice and beans. Serve with sour cream and salsa on the side.