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Chicken Quesadillas are a simple yet delicious meal that you can whip up quickly. They’re perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a snack, and you can customize them with your favorite toppings and fillings.
Ingredients:
- 2 (8-inch) tortillas (use corn tortillas for gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 tablespoon onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon cilantro, chopped
Directions:
- Heat the Pan:
- Heat a pan over medium heat.
- Assemble the Quesadilla:
- Place one tortilla in the pan and sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese and half of the Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the tortilla.
- Add the cooked chicken, diced onion, and chopped cilantro on top of the cheese.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the chicken mixture.
- Top with Second Tortilla:
- Place the second tortilla on top to cover the filling.
- Cook the Quesadilla:
- Cook the quesadilla until it is golden brown and crispy on one side, about 2-4 minutes.
- Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula and cook until the other side is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about another 2-4 minutes.
- Remove and Slice:
- Once both sides are golden brown and the cheese is melted, remove the quesadilla from the pan and transfer it to a cutting board.
- Let the quesadilla cool for a minute or two before slicing it into wedges.
- Serve:
- Serve the chicken quesadillas warm with your favorite toppings such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, or hot sauce.
Tips:
- Tortillas: You can use your favorite size tortillas for this recipe. Just adjust the amount of filling accordingly.
- Additional Fillings: Feel free to add other fillings like bell peppers, tomatoes, or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Cheese: Experiment with different types of cheese like pepper jack or mozzarella for a twist.
Nutritional Information:
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Servings: 1 quesadilla (2 servings)
- Calories: Approx. 300 kcal per serving (without additional toppings)
Enjoy your homemade Chicken Quesadillas!
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