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Halloween Quesadillas

Halloween quesadillas are fun, crispy wraps filled with smoky black bean mash, melty cheese, cooked chicken, and spicy jalapeños. They’re cooked until golden and bubbly, then cut into spooky shapes that make festive snacking both playful and satisfying. Perfect for quick, customizable bites that delight both kids and adults.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces flour tortillas large for easier handling
  • 1/2 cup black bean mash or refried beans or hummus
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend
  • 1 cup cooked chicken leftover roast or rotisserie chicken, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons jalapeños chopped, optional for spice

Equipment

  • Large skillet or griddle
  • Spatula
  • Cookie cutters (optional)
  • Cutting board and knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat your skillet or griddle over medium heat until it’s warm and slightly shimmering.
  2. Lay a large flour tortilla flat on a cutting board and spread a thin layer of black bean mash over half of it, covering evenly.
  3. Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the bean-covered half, followed by some cooked chicken and chopped jalapeños for a spicy kick.
  4. Fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently to seal the fillings inside, creating a half-moon shape.
  5. Carefully place the folded quesadilla onto the preheated skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is bubbling inside.
  6. Use a spatula to flip the quesadilla gently, ensuring even browning and to prevent filling from spilling out.
  7. When both sides are golden and crispy, remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it rest for a minute to cool slightly.
  8. Use spooky-shaped cookie cutters or a sharp knife to cut the quesadilla into fun Halloween shapes like ghosts, bats, or stars.
  9. Arrange the cut-out shapes on a serving platter and serve with optional toppings like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole for extra flavor and dipability.

Notes

Feel free to customize fillings with leftover veggies or different cheeses. For extra spookiness, add food-safe black or white icing to create ghost faces on the shapes.