Chicken Quesadilla, Rice, And Beans. Recipe
Make Chicken Quesadilla, Rice, And Beans. Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Quesadilla
Rice
Beans
Method
Chicken Quesadilla
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once heated, add diced chicken breast, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (about 7-10 minutes).
- 2
- 3
Assemble the Quesadilla
On one half of a tortilla, layer cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, and shredded cheese. Fold the tortilla over.
- 4
Cook the Quesadilla
In the skillet, place the folded quesadilla and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Remove and cut into wedges.
Rice
- 5
Cook the Rice
In a saucepan, combine the rice, chicken broth, garlic powder, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
Beans
- 6
Prepare the Beans
In a small saucepan, heat the canned black beans over medium heat. Add cumin, chili powder, and salt to taste. Stir well and simmer for about 5-7 minutes until heated through.
