Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Chicken Quesadillas—a quick and customizable meal that combines tender, seasoned chicken with gooey cheese nestled inside crispy flour tortillas. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish makes for a perfect weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing option for gatherings. Each bite brings a satisfying crunch followed by a warm, cheesy interior, making it an instant family favorite. Enhance your quesadilla experience by pairing it with fresh salsa, creamy guacamole, or tangy sour cream for an explosion of flavor. Get ready to gather around the table and savor every delicious moment!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 cups cooked and shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (Monterey Jack and cheddar blend)
- 1 cup thinly sliced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Season the shredded chicken with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium heat for about 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onions and bell peppers until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Lay one tortilla flat, spread chicken on half, add sautéed veggies and cheese, then fold the tortilla over.
- Heat oil in the skillet, then cook the quesadilla for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Slice into wedges and serve warm with salsa or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg