Crispy Chicken Quesadillas Loaded with Cheese Delight!
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Deliciously crispy chicken quesadillas loaded with gooey cheese, perfect for a quick meal or snack.
- Author: Olivia Clara
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup onions, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced onions and bell peppers, sauté until soft.
- Stir in shredded chicken, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until heated through.
- Place a tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle half with cheese, and add the chicken mixture on top.
- Fold the tortilla over and cook until golden brown, then flip to cook the other side.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
- Slice into wedges and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add spices like paprika or chili powder.
- Serve with salsa or guacamole for dipping.
- Can be made ahead and reheated for a quick meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg