Mama's Quesadillas

Warm, cheesy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, Mama’s Quesadillas are the ultimate comfort food with a Tex-Mex twist. This quick and easy recipe combines tender shredded rotisserie chicken, a colorful medley of diced bell peppers and red onions, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, all seasoned with cumin and chili powder for a smoky, savory kick. Melted Mexican blend cheese binds the filling between crisp, golden flour tortillas, perfectly pan-fried for a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes, these quesadillas are a crowd-pleasing favorite perfect for lunch, dinner, or a snack. Serve them piping hot with tangy sour cream and zesty salsa for dipping, and watch them disappear in no time! Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or hosting game night, Mama’s Quesadillas are a sure-fire winner.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces large flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
• 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1 cup bell pepper (any color), diced
• 0.5 cup red onion, finely diced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 0.5 cup sour cream (for serving)
• 0.5 cup salsa (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, diced bell pepper, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss together until well combined.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add the olive oil. Swirl to coat the pan evenly.

Step 3

Place a flour tortilla flat in the skillet and sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheese evenly over half of the tortilla.

Step 4

Spoon about 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture onto the cheese layer, spreading it out evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle another 1/4 cup of shredded cheese on top of the chicken mixture, then fold the other half of the tortilla over to form a half-moon shape.

Step 6

Press down gently with a spatula and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

Carefully flip the quesadilla over and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until golden and the cheese is fully melted.

Step 8

Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 9

Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve hot with sour cream and salsa on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1313.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2653.7

Total Fat 161.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 619.8mg	0%
Sodium 5251.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 144.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 25.8g
Protein 149.6g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 2133.2mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 2237.0mg	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: 55.2%

Protein: 22.7%

Carbs: 22.0%