Irresistible Chicken Quesadilla Recipe for Quick Comfort Food

This Chicken Quesadilla Recipe is a quick, high-protein delight, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Resting Time 2

Total Time 22

Servings: 4 quesadillas

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Filling

2 cups cooked, shredded chicken Full of flavor
1 cup Monterey Jack cheese Or Mexican cheese blend
1 cup fresh spinach For added vitamins

For the Tortillas

4 pieces flour tortillas Or gluten-free tortillas

For Flavoring

1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder

For Serving

1 cup salsa
1 cup guacamole
1 cup sour cream

Equipment

Skillet
Non-stick skillet or griddle
Spatula
Cutting Board
Knife or pizza cutter

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a skillet over medium heat, drizzle a little oil and add shredded, cooked chicken. Sprinkle in spices and stir well for 3-5 minutes until heated through.
Lay one tortilla flat and spread a layer of seasoned chicken on one half. Sprinkle cheese over chicken and add spinach if desired. Fold the tortilla over.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place quesadilla on skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
Remove quesadilla from skillet and let rest for a couple of minutes. Cut into wedges.
Serve warm quesadilla wedges on a platter with salsa, guacamole, and sour cream for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use medium heat and don't overfill the quesadilla. Freeze assembled quesadillas for quick meals later.

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