Best Easy Rice And Bean Quesadilla Recipes

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QUESADILLA (BEEF, VEGETABLE OR CHICKEN)



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Recipe video above. Choose ONE Filling! The spice mix adds terrific flavour - great with vegetable, chicken, beef, pork and turkey. Freezer friendly!

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Main

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 28

6 - 8 flour tortillas ((20cm/8"))
2 cups (200g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese ((or other of choice) (Note 1))
3/4 cup roughly chopped coriander/cilantro
1 cup corn kernels ((frozen thawed or can drained))
ONE Filling of Choice, below ((beef, chicken or vegetable))
1 tsp each onion powder, dried oregano, salt
2 tsp each cumin powder, paprika
1/4 tsp each black pepper, cayenne pepper (optional)
1/2 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves (, minced)
1/2 onion (, finely chopped)
500g / 1 lb ground beef / mince
1 small red capsicum/bell peppers (, diced)
2 tbsp tomato paste
1/4 cup (65 ml) water
2 1/2 tbsp olive oil
500 g/1 lb chicken thighs (, skinless boneless (Note 2))
2 garlic cloves (, minced)
1 small onion (, quartered and sliced)
1 small red capsicum/bell pepper (, diced)
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 onion (, diced)
2 cloves garlic (, minced)
1 can of black beans, drained ((400g/14oz))
1 capsicum/bell pepper (, diced (any colour))
1 cup corn ((canned drained or frozen thawed))
1/4 cup tomato paste
1/4 cup (65 ml) water

Steps:

  • Place tortilla on work surface. Sprinkle one side with a bit of cheese, top with Filling of Choice. Sprinkle with corn*, coriander and top with cheese. Fold in half.
  • Preheat non stick skillet over medium low heat (no oil, if pan is not non-stick use 2 tsp oil).
  • Place quesadilla in skillet, press down lightly, cover with lid. Cook for 3 minutes until underside is super golden brown and crispy.
  • Carefully flip over the folded edge (see video). Press down lightly. Cook for 3 minutes until crispy (no lid).
  • Transfer to cutting board, cut in half. Serve immediately!
  • Dipping Sauce options: Sour cream, salsa, Avocado Sauce (pictured)
  • Mix ingredients in a small bowl. Use for one of the Fillings Options below.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. Add onion and garlic, cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add beef and cook, breaking it up as you go. Once it changes from pink to brown, add capsicum. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Add tomato paste, water and Spice Mix. Cook for 2 minutes. Transfer to bowl, cool.
  • Drizzle chicken with 1 tbsp oil, toss to coat. Sprinkle over Spice Mix, toss well to coat.
  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add onion and garlic, cook for 2 minutes. Add capsicum and cook for 1 minute. Transfer to bowl, cool.
  • Return pan to stove, reduce to medium heat. Add remaining 1/2 tbsp oil. Add chicken and cook for 3 minutes until deep golden. Turn and cook for 3 minutes until cooked through.
  • Transfer chicken to cutting board, rest for 2 minutes then dice and cool. Combine with capsicum mixture.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. Add onion and garlic, cook for 2 minutes. Add capsicum, cook for 1 minute.
  • Add beans, corn, tomato paste, water and Spice Mix. Cook for 2 minutes. Transfer to bowl, cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 kcal, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 26 g, Cholesterol 94 mg, Sodium 795 mg, Fiber 2.3 g, Sugar 1.4 g, UnsaturatedFat 11.8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESE 'N RICE QUESADILLAS



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Spice up your next party with our Cheese 'N Rice Quesadillas appetizer recipe that combines green chiles and Mexican rice to create cheesy out-of-this-world quesadillas.

Provided by Knorr

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Knorr®

Time 20m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups water
1 tablespoon I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® Spread
1 (5.4 ounce) package Knorr® Fiesta Sides™ - Mexican Rice
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles, drained
10 (6 inch) flour tortillas
1 ¼ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Bring water, spread, Knorr® Fiesta Sides™ - Mexican Rice and chilies to a boil in medium saucepan.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender, about 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes.
  • Place 5 tortillas on baking sheet. Top tortillas with rice mixture, then cheese and another tortilla.
  • Broil until tortillas are lightly toasted and cheese is melted, turning once.
  • Cut each quesadilla into 4 wedges and serve, if desired, with guacamole, sour cream and/or chopped fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 214.9 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

BEAN QUESADILLAS



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Easy and yummy! Veggies, beans, and cheese sandwiched in tortillas. You could add or substitute any vegetables that you'd like. Serve with sour cream and rice.

Provided by jjenkraynakorriss

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
½ (10 ounce) package frozen corn
12 (12 inch) flour tortillas
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the onion and garlic until soft. Mix in beans, bell pepper, tomatoes, and corn; cook until heated through.
  • Spread 6 tortillas with equal amounts of the bean and vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with equal amounts of the Cheddar cheese, and top with the remaining tortillas to form quesadillas.
  • Heat 1/4 cup oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place quesadillas in the skillet and cook, turning once, until cheese is melted and both sides are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504.4 calories, Carbohydrate 69.7 g, Cholesterol 9.9 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 912.6 mg, Sugar 4 g

EASY RICE AND BEAN QUESADILLA



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Another good quick supper or lunch box favorite. Also a great way to use left over pinto beans or rice.

Provided by Lynn Socko

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 15 oz can refried beans (no fat) or leftover pinto beans, mashed
6 medium flour tortillas (wheat opt)
2 tsp shredded cheddar
RICE
1 1/2 c instant brown rice
1 1/2 c water
1/4 c ketsup
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp granulated garlic
1/2 tsp granulated onion
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp coarse sea salt

Steps:

  • 1. Place water, the ketsup, all the spices and rice in a medium sauce pan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes with lid on. Turn off heat and let sit 5 minutes longer.
  • 2. Heat flour tortilla's for about 1 minute in micro. Spread beans on half the tortilla.
  • 3. Spread rice on top, sprinkle on cheese.
  • 4. Fold in half and brown both sides of tortilla in a skillet over med-high heat.

BEAN & CHEESE QUESADILLAS



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My son doesn't eat meat, so I created this recipe as a way for me to cook one meal for the family instead of two. It's so easy, my toddler grandson helps me make it! -Tina McMullen, Salina, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
1/2 cup canned petite diced tomatoes
2 green onions, chopped
12 flour tortillas (8 inches)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Optional: Sour cream and salsa

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix beans, tomatoes and green onions. Spread half the tortillas with bean mixture. Sprinkle with cheese; top with remaining tortillas., Heat a griddle over medium heat. Place tortillas on griddle in batches. Cook until golden brown and cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes on each side. If desired, serve with sour cream and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 1028mg sodium, Carbohydrate 67g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

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