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Oven Baked Crispy Quesadillas

Crispy oven-baked quesadillas filled with chicken, refried beans, and cheese, served with avocado and queso.

Prep: 10 minutes prep
Cook: 20 minute cook time
Serves: 6 to 12
Oven Baked Crispy Quesadillas

📝 Ingredients

  • 1 rotisserie chicken, off the bone & chopped
  • 1 can Rotel, drained
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or 3 tbsp)
  • 1 can refried beans, stirred smooth
  • 2 cups shredded taco-style cheese (divided)
  • 1 container queso
  • Flour tortillas
  • Oil or spray oil
  • Avocado, for serving

👩‍🍳 Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine chopped chicken, drained Rotel, taco seasoning, and 1 cup shredded cheese.

  3. 3

    Generously coat the bottom of a large baking sheet with oil or spray oil.

  4. 4

    Place tortillas on the pan and spread a thin layer of refried beans on half of each tortilla.

  5. 5

    Add chicken mixture, drizzle with queso, and sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese.

  6. 6

    Fold tortillas over and lightly brush or spray tops with oil if needed.

  7. 7

    Bake 10 minutes, flip, then bake another 10 minutes until golden and crispy.

  8. 8

    Slice and serve with avocado and extra melted queso.