Description
Crispy tortillas filled with tender chicken and melted cheese, perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions
- 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter for cooking
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheddar, mozzarella, onions, bell peppers, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly brush with olive oil or butter.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet and evenly spread half of the chicken and cheese mixture over it. Top with another tortilla.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted, pressing gently with a spatula to help the filling stick together.
- Remove from skillet and let it rest for 1-2 minutes before cutting into wedges.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling. Serve warm with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Notes
- Add black beans, corn, or diced tomatoes for extra texture and flavor.
- Swap cheddar and mozzarella for pepper jack cheese for a spicier kick.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas for dietary preferences.
- Add fresh cilantro or jalapeños for a zesty touch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side to retain crispiness, or wrap in foil and warm in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
