Light and Easy Quesadillas
Perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back lunches, these Light and Easy Quesadillas are a deliciously simple solution to mealtime. Featuring golden, crisp flour tortillas filled with melty cheddar cheese, tender shredded chicken, fresh baby spinach, and a zesty salsa drizzle, this recipe delivers bold flavor with minimal effort. Ready in just 20 minutes, these quesadillas are cooked to perfection on a stovetop, using a touch of olive oil for a lighter twist. Serve them warm with a dollop of sour cream for dipping, and enjoy a satisfying, wholesome dish that’s as easy to customize as it is to prepare. Ideal for quick dinners, family-friendly meals, or a casual appetizer, this recipe will become a go-to favorite in your kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 4 flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach
- 0.5 cup salsa
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Step 2
Lightly brush one side of each tortilla with olive oil. Place one tortilla, oiled side down, onto the skillet.
Step 3
Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly across the tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges.
Step 4
Top the cheese with 1/4 cup of shredded chicken and a small handful of fresh baby spinach leaves.
Step 5
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of salsa over the spinach and chicken layer.
Step 6
Place a second tortilla on top, oiled side facing up, and press gently with a spatula to help the layers stick together.
Step 7
Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, or until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.
Step 8
Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the second side is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
Step 9
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and allow it to cool for 1-2 minutes before cutting it into wedges.
Step 10
Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling ingredients to make a total of 4 quesadillas.
Step 11
Serve warm with optional sour cream on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (711.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1532.6 |
| Total Fat 79.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 40.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 353.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2737.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 87.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.9g | |
| Protein 118.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1212.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1152.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories