I was really intrigued by the combination of BBQ and Mexican ingredients like black beans, cheese, and guacamole...but the flavor really worked. Heads up, this is very filling!
BBQ Chicken Quesadilla Torta
Yield: Makes 4 to 6 servings
Recipe from
More From Southern Living
Recipe Time
Prep Time:
Bake:
20 Minutes
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound (about 2 cups) chopped barbecued chicken
- 1 (15-oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 4 (10-inch) burrito-size flour tortillas
- 1 cup seeded, diced plum tomatoes (about 2 large)
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded Mexican-style cheese blend
- Avocado Mash
- Toppings: sour cream, barbecue sauce
- Garnish: fresh cilantro sprigs
Preparation
- 1. Stir together barbecued chicken, black beans, and 1/2 cup barbecue sauce in a medium bowl.
- 2. Place 1 tortilla in a lightly greased 10-inch springform pan, and spread with one-third chicken mixture. Sprinkle with one-third each of tomatoes, green onions, and cheese. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining tortilla, and gently press. Cover pan with aluminum foil.
- 3. Bake at 400° for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove sides of pan, and cut into wedges. Serve with Avocado Mash and desired toppings. Garnish, if desired.
BBQ Chicken Quesadilla Torta Recipe at a Glance
- COURSE: Sandwiches
- CONVENIENCE: Entertaining, Kid-Friendly, Quick/Easy
- CUISINE: American, Southwest
- MAIN INGREDIENT: Poultry
- COOKING METHOD: Bake
- OCCASION: Autumn, Spring, Summer, Winter
- PUBLICATION: Southern Living
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