Vegan Chicken Cheese Quesadilla
Satisfy your Tex-Mex cravings with this irresistible Vegan Chicken Cheese Quesadilla! Packed with perfectly seasoned vegan chicken strips, melty dairy-free cheese, and sautéed red bell pepper and onion, this plant-based twist on a classic comfort food is bursting with vibrant flavors and textures. A sprinkle of garlic powder and ground cumin adds a zesty kick, while fresh cilantro brings a pop of herby freshness. Sandwiched between golden, crispy flour tortillas, this quick and easy recipe requires just 25 minutes from start to finish, making it a perfect weeknight dinner or game-day snack. Serve these delicious quesadilla wedges with your favorite salsa for dipping and enjoy a hearty, satisfying meal that's completely vegan!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup vegan chicken strips
- 1 cup vegan cheese shreds
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 0.5 red bell pepper
- 0.5 red onion
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 cup salsa
- 2 tablespoons cilantro
Directions
Step 1
Dice the red bell pepper and red onion into small pieces.
Step 2
In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the diced red bell pepper and red onion to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they soften.
Step 4
Add the vegan chicken strips to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes until they are heated through, stirring occasionally.
Step 5
Sprinkle the garlic powder and ground cumin over the mixture, stirring to ensure even coating.
Step 6
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the cilantro.
Step 7
Place one tortilla on a clean, flat surface and evenly spread half of the vegan cheese shreds on one half of the tortilla.
Step 8
Spoon half of the vegan chicken and vegetable mixture over the cheese, spreading out to an even layer.
Step 9
Fold the other half of the tortilla over to cover the fillings.
Step 10
In a large, clean skillet over medium heat, place the folded quesadilla and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Step 11
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and repeat the assembly and cooking process with the second tortilla and remaining ingredients.
Step 12
Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve hot with salsa on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (879.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1793.9 |
| Total Fat 102.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 57.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3976.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 168.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.0g | |
| Protein 70.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2016.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1495.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories