Chicken Quesadillas (Printable)
Crispy tortillas stuffed with seasoned chicken, peppers, and melted cheese for a quick, satisfying meal.
# What you'll need:
→ Meats
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
03 - 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons jalapeño, finely chopped
→ Dairy
07 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend
→ Staples
08 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
10 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
11 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
12 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ To Serve
15 - Salsa
16 - Sour cream
17 - Guacamole
18 - Lime wedges
# Directions:
01 - Combine cooked chicken, bell peppers, onion, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Mix until evenly distributed.
02 - Place large skillet over medium heat. Add small amount of olive oil or butter to lightly coat surface.
03 - Lay tortilla flat in skillet. Sprinkle 1/2 cup cheese over half the tortilla. Spoon 1/2 cup chicken mixture over cheese. Add cilantro and jalapeño if desired.
04 - Fold tortilla over filling to create half-moon shape. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
05 - Transfer quesadilla to cutting board. Rest 1 minute before cutting into wedges.
06 - Repeat cooking process with remaining tortillas and filling mixture.
07 - Serve immediately with salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and lime wedges.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The combination of melting cheddar and seasoned chicken creates that perfect cheese pull everyone loves
- You can customize the filling based on what is in your fridge and still get incredible results
02 -
- Medium heat is crucial because high heat burns the tortilla before the cheese melts
- Letting them rest for one minute prevents the cheese from oozing out when you cut them
03 -
- Warm your tortillas in the microwave for 15 seconds before filling to prevent cracking
- Place a heavy pan on top while cooking for even better contact and melting