J D's Chicken Goat Cheese Quesadilla

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with J D's Chicken Goat Cheese Quesadilla, a gourmet twist on a Mexican classic. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender, seasoned chicken breast, creamy goat cheese, and melty mozzarella for a rich and flavorful filling. Fresh baby spinach and a hint of parsley add a vibrant touch, while golden-browned tortillas deliver the perfect crunch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quesadilla is ideal for busy nights or a satisfying lunch. Serve with your favorite salsa or dipping sauce for a restaurant-quality meal right at home. Perfect for chicken quesadilla lovers craving something a little more elevated!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 piece Chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
• 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 pieces Large flour tortillas
• 3 ounces Goat cheese (soft, crumbled)
• 0.5 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Baby spinach (fresh)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Butter

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the chicken. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken breast with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Place the chicken in the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.

Step 4

Slice the cooked chicken into thin strips and set aside.

Step 5

Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle half the goat cheese and half the shredded mozzarella evenly over the tortilla.

Step 6

Add a layer of baby spinach, followed by the sliced chicken and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

Step 7

Top with the remaining goat cheese and mozzarella, then place the second tortilla on top to form a quesadilla.

Step 8

Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add the butter. Once melted, carefully transfer the quesadilla to the skillet.

Step 9

Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, pressing down gently with a spatula, until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Flip the quesadilla carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the other side is golden and the cheese is fully melted.

Step 11

Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and transfer to a cutting board. Let it cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing into wedges.

Step 12

Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or salsa on the side. Enjoy your J D S Chicken Goat Cheese Quesadilla!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(487.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1251.3

Total Fat 70.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 266.5mg	0%
Sodium 2790.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 2.5g
Protein 93.3g	0%

Vitamin D 24.9IU	0%
Calcium 721.2mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 903.3mg	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: 51.3%

Protein: 30.1%

Carbs: 18.6%