Bean Garnachas Recipe

Craving a quick and flavorful Mexican-inspired meal? These Spicy Chicken & Bean Garnachas are ready in under 30 minutes! This Del Monte-inspired recipe features tender chicken, hearty beans, and melty cheese all nestled in warm tortillas. A perfect weeknight dinner or fun appetizer, these garnachas are bursting with deliciousness. Get ready to spice up your taste buds!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 328.3 kcal
Protein 49g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bean Garnachas

  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Mexican style stewed tomatoes with jalapeno peppers, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 jalapeño chile, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken (optional)
  • 8 (6 inch) flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 head lettuce, shredded
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

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How to Make Bean Garnachas

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the undrained diced tomatoes, pinto beans, minced garlic, jalapeño (if using), and cumin to the skillet.
  3. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has slightly thickened.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Stir in the shredded chicken.
  6. Warm the tortillas according to package directions (you can also briefly heat them in a dry skillet).
  7. Spread about ¼ cup of the chicken and bean mixture onto each tortilla.
  8. Sprinkle generously with shredded cheese.
  9. Grill or pan-fry the garnachas for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the tortillas are lightly browned and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Garnish with lettuce and avocado slices, if desired.
  11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

20g

Carbs

12g