Description
Chicken quesadillas are a delightful blend of crispy tortillas, gooey cheese, and seasoned chicken that create an explosion of flavors in every bite. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Customize your quesadillas with fresh veggies or your favorite spices, and serve them hot with salsa or sour cream for an unforgettable meal that will impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until browned and fully cooked. Let cool before shredding.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil if needed and sauté bell peppers and onions for about 4-5 minutes until soft.
- Spread shredded cheese on half of each tortilla, top with shredded chicken and sautéed veggies, then fold over.
- Wipe down the skillet again and cook quesadillas for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Cut into wedges and serve immediately with salsa or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (180g)
- Calories: 392
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 634mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 77mg