Easy Chicken Quesadillas
Whip up a family-favorite weeknight meal with these Easy Chicken Quesadillas, a savory blend of juicy, spice-rubbed chicken, gooey cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, and crisp, golden tortillas. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is a perfect balance of simplicity and flavor, combining pantry staples like garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin for a zesty punch. Each quesadilla is cooked to perfection in a skillet, creating a melty, cheesy center and a satisfyingly crispy exterior. Serve these irresistible wedges with creamy sour cream, vibrant salsa, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for quick dinners, game day snacks, or casual gatherings, these quesadillas are sure to become your go-to recipe for easy comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1.5 cups Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 pieces Flour tortillas (8-inch)
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cups Sour cream
- 0.5 cups Salsa
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Shred the cooked chicken breast into small pieces and place it in a medium bowl.
Step 2
Add chili powder, ground cumin, and garlic powder to the chicken. Mix well to evenly coat the chicken with the spices.
Step 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 4
Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle 1/4 of the cheddar cheese and 1/4 of the Monterey Jack cheese evenly over half of the tortilla.
Step 5
Add 1/4 of the seasoned chicken on top of the cheese layer, then fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
Step 6
Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted. Remove it from the skillet and set aside.
Step 7
Repeat the cooking process with the remaining tortillas, chicken, and cheese, adding more olive oil to the skillet as needed.
Step 8
Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm with sour cream, salsa, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro leaves, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1172.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2965.5 |
| Total Fat 182.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 93.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 675.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4680.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 128.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.6g | |
| Protein 213.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 36IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2887.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 689.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories