Quesadillas are always a delicious snack or meal. They are easy to adapt and are perfect for large crowds. Make them for game day or parties. Or enjoy them for an easy lunch or dinner during the week.
The recipe is baked on a small quarter sheet pan, so it makes enough to serve four. You can easily double the recipe for a larger crowd and bake it in a larger pan.
Quesadillas are always a delicious snack or meal. They are easy to adapt and are perfect for large crowds. Make them for game day or parties. Or enjoy them for an easy lunch or dinner during the week.
The recipe is baked on a small quarter sheet pan, so it makes enough to serve four. You can easily double the recipe for a larger crowd and bake it in a larger pan.
STEPS TO MAKE SHEET PAN QUESADILLAS
Prepare the filling. Mix together the cooked shredded chicken, corn, black beans, chili powder and cumin.
Assemble the quesadillas. Light grease a quarter sheet pan and line with tortillas so that half of them hang off the edges. The entire bottom of the pan should be covered (see photo above). Add the filling over the tortillas and top with cheese.
Prepare for baking. Fold the overhanging tortillas back towards the center and then place a few tortillas on top to cover the filling. Place another sheet pan on top of the quesadilla to weigh it down while baking.
Bake. Bake for 20 minutes at 425 degrees Fahrenheit, then remove the top sheet pan and bake for 10 to 15 minutes uncovered.
Serve. Cut the tortillas into squares or triangles and serve with your favorite toppings.
sheet pan quesadillas on a pan with sour cream and salsa
OTHER FILLING VARIATIONS
The options are endless for making easy sheet pan quesadillas. You can easily make substitutions with whatever ingredients you have available. A few ideas for variations are below.
Use different fillings. Substitute the chicken for cooked ground beef or sautéed mushrooms or veggies. Omit the corn and black beans or substitute for peppers and onions.
Add more flavor. To make them spicier, add freshly chopped jalapeños. You can even add a drizzle of your favorite hot sauce. Use fresh cilantro for more flavor.
Make a larger batch. You can double the recipe for a standard-sized half sheet pan. If you double, it will serve 8.
EASY PARTY FOOD RECIPES
This easy sheet pan quesadilla recipe is one of my go-to favorites for parties and game day. Serve it with a few other easy party food recipes for delicious celebration!
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INGREDIENTS
For the quesadillas:
▢2 cups chicken, cooked and shredded
▢1 can yellow corn, drained and rinsed
▢1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
▢1/2 teaspoon chili powder
▢1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
▢8 flour tortillas, (about 8 inches)
▢1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, (or Mexican cheese blend)
Toppings:
▢Salsa
▢Sour cream
▢Guacamole
▢Cilantro
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a quarter sheet pan.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the shredded chicken, corn, black beans, chili powder and cumin.
Line the sheet pan with the tortillas so that half of them hang off the sides.
Spread out the chicken mixture evenly onto the tortillas and top with grated cheese.
Fold the overhanging tortillas back towards the center and then place a few tortillas on top to cover the filling. Place another sheet pan on top to keep them in place.
Bake for 20 minutes then remove the top sheet pan and bake the quesadillas uncovered for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
Remove from the oven and cut into squares or triangles. Serve warm and top with toppings of your choice.
NOTES
Nutritional information does not include toppings.
SUBSTITUTIONS
You can substitute the fillings for anything else you have on hand. Cooked ground beef, bacon, sautéed veggies and mushrooms are great choices.
If you want the quesadillas cheesier, you can add an additional 1/2 cup of cheese.
STORAGE
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
