Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this easy Chicken Quesadilla recipe. Imagine biting into a crispy tortilla filled with tender, seasoned chicken and melted cheese. This dish is not only quick to prepare—taking under 30 minutes—but it’s also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether you’re preparing a simple weeknight dinner or impressing guests, these quesadillas are sure to be a hit. Pair them with fresh salsa, creamy guacamole, or tangy sour cream for an unbeatable flavor experience. Perfect for families and gatherings alike, this chicken quesadilla recipe brings together wholesome ingredients and mouthwatering flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (red or green)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté sliced bell peppers until soft.
- Stir in the shredded chicken along with cumin and chili powder until heated through.
- Lay one tortilla flat; spread half of the chicken filling on one side and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat; place the filled tortilla in the skillet and cook until golden (about 2-3 minutes).
- Fold the tortilla in half, flip carefully, and cook until both sides are golden brown and cheese melts (another 2-3 minutes).
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing into wedges; serve with your favorite dips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg