Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 4.7 from 7 reviews
  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Golden, crispy tortillas filled with tender chicken, melted cheese, and just the right amount of spice for a quick and tasty meal.


Ingredients

Units Scale

Chicken Quesadillas Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Toss Chicken with Salsa and Spices: In a bowl, toss chicken with salsa, cumin, and chili powder.
  2. Cook Chicken Quesadillas: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and brush lightly with olive oil. Place one tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle half with cheese, then chicken mixture, then more cheese. Fold tortilla in half. Cook 2-3 minutes per side or until golden and cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  3. Serve: Slice into wedges and garnish with cilantro if using. Serve warm.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg