Smoky Cheese and Chicken Quesadillas with Guacamole

Get ready to elevate your Tex-Mex game with these smoky cheese and chicken quesadillas served alongside a zesty homemade guacamole! This irresistible recipe features tender, spice-rubbed chicken seasoned with smoked paprika, cumin, and garlic powder, paired with a blend of melty cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese for a rich, smoky flavor in every bite. Fresh cilantro adds a burst of brightness to balance the cheesy indulgence, while perfectly crisped flour tortillas create the ultimate handheld delight. The creamy guacamole, made with ripe avocados, a squeeze of fresh lime juice, and a hint of jalapeño heat, provides the perfect dipping companion for these golden, cheese-filled wedges. Quick to prepare (under 40 minutes!) and perfect for sharing, this recipe makes an easy weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing appetizer that's sure to impress. Perfect keywords: smoky quesadillas, chicken quesadillas recipe, guacamole dip, Tex-Mex comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 pieces Flour tortillas
• 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1.5 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 pieces Avocados
• 1 piece Lime, juiced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 piece Tomato, finely diced
• 1 piece Jalapeño, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for guacamole)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Rub the spice mixture onto both sides of the chicken breasts.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before chopping into small bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, mash the avocados using a fork. Add lime juice, red onion, tomato, jalapeño, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Stir until combined and smooth. Set guacamole aside.

Step 5

Heat a clean skillet over medium heat and brush it lightly with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 6

Place a flour tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle 1/4 of the cheddar cheese, 1/4 of the Monterey Jack cheese, 1/4 of the chopped chicken, and a tablespoon of chopped cilantro evenly on one side of the tortilla. Fold the tortilla in half over the filling.

Step 7

Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 8

Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 9

Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm with a side of fresh guacamole.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1560.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3277.5

Total Fat 218.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 616.0mg	0%
Sodium 5712.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.3g	0%
Total Sugars 9.3g
Protein 215.2g	0%

Vitamin D 72IU	0%
Calcium 2800.3mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 2943.2mg	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: 58.1%

Protein: 25.5%

Carbs: 16.5%