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September 7, 2026
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What protein works best in quesadillas beyond chicken and cheese?

I make quesadillas with chicken or just cheese. Both are good but I want to expand. What proteins or fillings work particularly well in a quesadilla that are maybe less obvious?

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September 7, 2026
Braised black beans with Oaxacan cheese is one of my most-made quesadillas. The beans provide protein and depth; the Oaxacan cheese melts into the beans and creates a unified filling rather than two separate things. Add a little epazote to the beans and it is a complete flavour.