Chicken Quesadillas
Chicken quesadillas are a quick and satisfying dish that blends savory chicken, gooey cheese, and colorful vegetables, all tucked inside a crisp tortilla. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these quesadillas are customizable to suit any palate. Enjoy them fresh off the skillet, paired with your favorite dips for a delightful culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Slice bell peppers and onion.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, season with spices, and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Add sliced peppers and onions to the skillet; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Place half a tortilla in the skillet; layer with chicken mixture and cheese. Top with another tortilla.
- Cook until golden brown on one side (3-4 minutes), then flip to brown the other side until cheese melts.
- Remove from heat, let rest for a minute, then slice into wedges and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (180g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg