Chorizo Black Bean and Corn Quesadillos
Bursting with bold flavors and irresistible textures, these Chorizo Black Bean and Corn Quesadillas are a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Spicy chorizo sausage, hearty black beans, and sweet corn come together with gooey melted cheddar cheese, all tucked inside crispy, golden-brown flour tortillas. A hint of fresh cilantro and the crunch of diced red onions add brightness to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, these quesadillas are easy to customize with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or salsa. Perfect for fans of Mexican-inspired cuisine, this recipe delivers the ultimate combination of savory, cheesy, and zesty flavors that the whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Chorizo sausage
- 1 cup Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup Corn (frozen or fresh, cooked)
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 4 Flour tortillas (large)
- 0.5 cup Red onion (finely diced)
- 0.25 cup Cilantro (fresh, chopped)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil or butter
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Remove the chorizo sausage from its casing (if applicable) and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully cooked and browned. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced red onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the black beans and corn, cooking for another 2 minutes until warmed through. Season the mixture with salt and ground black pepper. Remove from heat and mix in the cooked chorizo and chopped cilantro.
Lay the flour tortillas flat on a clean surface. On one half of each tortilla, sprinkle an even layer of shredded cheddar cheese. Spoon the chorizo, black bean, and corn mixture over the cheese, then top with another layer of cheese to help everything stick together. Fold the empty half of the tortilla over to cover the filling.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly brush the surface with olive oil or butter. Place a folded quesadilla onto the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining quesadillas.
Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm. Optional toppings include sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or hot sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
824 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.7 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.3 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 2026 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 37.3 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 481 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 411 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
