Chicken Quesadillas
Deliciously crispy chicken quesadillas filled with savory chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and melted cheese, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack), shredded
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sour cream and salsa for serving
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the bell peppers and onions until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Season the shredded chicken with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the quesadilla by layering seasoned chicken, sautéed veggies, and cheese on one half of a tortilla.
- Fold the tortilla in half and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
- Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve with sour cream and salsa.
Notes
Leftover quesadillas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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