Dairy-Free Chicken Quesadillas

Transform your weeknight dinner with these irresistible Dairy-Free Chicken Quesadillas—a perfect option for anyone seeking a delicious, lactose-free twist on a classic favorite. Juicy, seasoned chicken breasts and sautéed red bell peppers and onions are nestled between golden, crispy tortillas, all brought together with melty dairy-free cheese shreds. Infused with spices like smoked paprika, cumin, and garlic powder, these quesadillas are packed with bold, smoky flavor. Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, they’re ideal for busy evenings while remaining family-friendly. Serve with fresh cilantro, creamy avocado slices, and a squeeze of lime for a vibrant, tangy finish. Perfectly customizable and wholly satisfying, these quesadillas will become your go-to for comforting, dairy-free meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 whole Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 cup Dairy-free cheese shreds
• 4 whole Large flour tortillas
• 1 whole Red bell pepper
• 1 whole Yellow onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 whole Avocado, sliced
• 1 whole Lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the chicken. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 3

While the chicken is cooking, slice the red bell pepper and yellow onion into thin strips.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the bell pepper and onion over medium heat until they are tender and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

To assemble the quesadillas, lay the tortillas flat. On one half of each tortilla, evenly distribute the chopped chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, and dairy-free cheese shreds.

Step 6

Fold the tortillas over to close them into half-moons.

Step 7

Wipe the skillet clean and heat over medium heat. Place the quesadillas in the skillet (you may need to do this in batches) and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese has melted.

Step 8

Remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them cool for a couple of minutes before cutting them into wedges.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves, sliced avocado, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1281.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2568.8

Total Fat 139.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 5385.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 203.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 14.7g
Protein 139.8g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 385.6mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 2432.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.8%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 31.0%