Vegan Chicken Quesadillas
Satisfy your cravings with these irresistible Vegan Chicken Quesadillas, a plant-based twist on a classic Tex-Mex favorite! Packed with savory vegan chicken strips, sautéed red bell peppers, and onions, these quesadillas deliver bold flavors with a hint of smoky cumin and chili powder. Melty vegan cheddar cheese brings it all together inside crispy, golden brown flour tortillas. Garnished with fresh cilantro, creamy avocado slices, and a splash of zesty lime, this easy 35-minute recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or crowd-pleasing appetizers. Whether you’re a long-time vegan or simply exploring meatless options, these quesadillas are guaranteed to impress.
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Ingredients
- 250 grams Vegan chicken strips
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium, sliced Red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium, sliced Red onion
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 200 grams, shredded Vegan cheddar cheese
- 4 large Flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
- 1 medium, cut into wedges Lime
- 1 medium, sliced Avocado
Directions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced red bell pepper and red onion. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened.
Step 2
Add the vegan chicken strips to the skillet with the bell pepper and onion. Season with salt, ground black pepper, ground cumin, and chili powder. Stir well and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the vegan chicken is heated through.
Step 3
Remove the skillet from heat and set the cooked mixture aside.
Step 4
Place a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Once hot, place one tortilla in the skillet.
Step 5
Sprinkle a portion of the vegan cheddar cheese onto half of the tortilla. Top this with a quarter of the vegan chicken mixture, followed by a bit more cheese and some fresh cilantro.
Step 6
Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
Step 7
Transfer the cooked quesadilla to a cutting board and repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling ingredients.
Step 8
Once all quesadillas are cooked, let them cool slightly, then cut them into wedges.
Step 9
Serve the vegan chicken quesadillas with avocado slices and lime wedges on the side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (866.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1498.9 |
| Total Fat 74.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3504.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 161.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 34.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.6g | |
| Protein 69.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 479.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1977.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories