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Mushroom and Chicken Quesadillas

Tortillas topped with fat-free refried beans, reduced-fat shredded Mexican blend cheese, poached and shredded chicken breast tenders, and sautéed mushrooms. Second tortilla placed over filling. Quesadilla are placed in skillet and browned on both sides. Cut into wedges and served with favorite salsa.

Ingredients -

1 cup Fat-Free Refried Beans
1 (8 ounces) package Sliced Mushrooms
1/2 cup Salsa
1 pound Chicken Breast Tenders
4 Whole Wheat Tortillas
1 cup Reduced-Fat Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese

Preparation:

1. Poach the chicken in a skillet half filled with boiling water.

2. Cool then shred with two forks.

3. Clean the skillet then spray with nonstick cooking spray.

4. Heat over medium heat, add the mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes.

5. Spread 1/4 cup of beans out onto the tortillas.

6. Divide cheese, chicken and mushrooms between 2 of the tortillas.

7. Place the other two tortillas on top and place in the skillet.

8. Spray the top tortilla with nonstick cooking spray and cook for 4 minutes per side, or until the cheese melts.

9. Cut the quesadilla in half and serve with salsa.

Chicken Breast Recipe Tip
Salsa

	Salsa refers to a good tomato salsa. Store bought is fine. Use your favorite brand and type. Make a nice salsa recipe at home. Chop 1 small plum tomato into a small dice. Add 1/4 cup finely diced onion and 1 seeded and finely diced jalapeno. A pinch of salt and small handful of chopped fresh cilantro are optional. Combine and allow a half hour for flavors to meld.

Chicken Breast Recipe Tip
Sliced Mushrooms

	Fresh sliced button or crimini mushrooms are ideal for this recipe. The crimini has come on in popularity and is readily available in most supermarkets. It is a bit heartier than the white button mushroom variety. Thinly slice portobello mushrooms would be nice here. Check your local farmers market for local mushroom varieties and watch your stores for sales opportunities.

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