Chicken Quesadilla Recipe
This crispy, cheesy chicken quesadilla recipe is the perfect quick and easy meal! Packed with seasoned shredded chicken, gooey melted cheese
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Spatula
- Mixing bowl
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- ½ cup diced bell peppers
- ½ cup diced red onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro optional
- Salsa sour cream, or guacamole (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Sauté veggies: Heat a pan over medium heat and sauté the diced onions and bell peppers until soft.
- Assemble the quesadilla: Lay a tortilla flat, sprinkle a layer of cheese, add seasoned chicken, sautéed veggies, and top with more cheese.
- Cook to perfection: Heat a skillet over medium heat, place the filled tortilla in the pan, and cook until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Slice and serve: Cut into wedges and serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for an even quicker meal.
Swap flour tortillas for corn tortillas to make it gluten-free.
Add jalapeños for a spicy kick.
Swap flour tortillas for corn tortillas to make it gluten-free.
Add jalapeños for a spicy kick.
