Description
Chicken quesadillas are a delicious fusion of crispy tortillas, juicy chicken, and gooey melted cheese that create an unforgettable flavor experience. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for any occasion, from quick weeknight dinners to game day snacks or impressive appetizers for gatherings. Packed with customizable ingredients such as colorful bell peppers and fresh cilantro, these quesadillas cater to every taste preference. With a cooking time of less than 30 minutes, you can enjoy a satisfying meal in no time. Serve them hot alongside your favorite dipping sauces like sour cream or salsa for an unbeatable culinary delight that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese
- 4 flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (red or green)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Sour cream and salsa for dipping
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before shredding it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with sliced bell peppers and chopped cilantro.
- In another skillet, place one tortilla flat and sprinkle half of the cheese on one half. Add the chicken mixture on top, then fold the tortilla over.
- Cook each quesadilla for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Slice into wedges and serve hot with sour cream or salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (180g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Feel free to add other vegetables like onions or mushrooms for extra flavor. - For added spice, try using pepper jack cheese or adding jalapeños to the filling. - Leftover cooked chicken works great—just shred it and mix with cheese and veggies!