Easy Chicken Quesadilla Recipe
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A quick and cheesy chicken quesadilla recipe perfect for a fast meal or snack.
- Author: Carla Davis
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
- Lay one tortilla flat. Sprinkle half the cheese over one half of the tortilla.
- Top the cheese with the shredded chicken, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the chicken.
- Fold the other half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
- Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Carefully place the folded tortilla into the hot skillet.
- Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, then cut into wedges.
Notes
- You can add sautéed onions, peppers, or a pinch of taco seasoning to the chicken for extra flavor.
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
- Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg