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Chicken Quesadillas

A delicious dish featuring tender chicken, melted cheese, and crispy tortillas, perfect for a quick meal.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chicken quesadillas, easy recipes, Mexican food, quick meals
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers diced
  • 1/4 cup onions diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add diced onions and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
  • Mix in the shredded chicken and taco seasoning, cooking until heated through.
  • Remove the chicken mixture from the skillet and set it aside.
  • Place a tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle half with cheese.
  • Add a portion of the chicken mixture on top of the cheese.
  • Sprinkle more cheese over the chicken, then fold the tortilla in half.
  • Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • Repeat with the second tortilla and remaining ingredients.
  • Slice the quesadillas into wedges, garnish with cilantro, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 2g