Bean Garnachas

10 ingredients
11 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes with jalapeno peppers (I recommend Del Monte)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans or (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 -2 teaspoon minced jalapeno chile (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 cup cubed grilled chicken
  • 4 flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • shredded lettuce (optional)
  • diced avocado (optional)

Directions

  1. 1
    Drain tomatoes, reserving liquid.
  2. 2
    Chop the tomatoes.
  3. 3
    In large skillet, combine tomatoes, reserved liquid, beans, garlic, jalapenos and cumin.
  4. 4
    Cook over medium-high heat 5-7 minutes, till thickened.
  5. 5
    Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
  6. 6
    Add chicken.
  7. 7
    Arrange tortillas in a single layer on grill or another skillet.
  8. 8
    Spread 3/4 cup chicken mixture over each tortilla.
  9. 9
    Top with cheese.
  10. 10
    Cook about 3 minutes or until bottom of tortilla browns and cheese melts.
  11. 11
    Garnish with lettuce and avocado if desired.

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