Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of cheesy chicken quesadillas, a versatile dish perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender seasoned chicken with colorful vegetables and gooey cheese, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Whether you’re using leftover chicken or trying out new ingredients, these quesadillas are a hit with the whole family. Serve them with fresh guacamole, zesty salsa, or creamy sour cream for an unforgettable meal that’s both satisfying and customizable.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¾ cup chopped red bell pepper
- ¾ cup chopped red onion
- ½ cup frozen corn
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt or kosher salt
- 4 8-inch flour tortillas (white or whole wheat)
- ¾ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup shredded Monterey jack or pepper jack cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add bell pepper, onion, and corn; sauté for 6–8 minutes until softened.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, and salt. Mix well and stir in the sautéed vegetables.
- Spread half of each tortilla with the chicken mixture and top with cheese. Fold over.
- Cook on a grill pan over medium heat for 2–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese melts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (160g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg