Description
These Best Chicken Quesadillas are a crowd-pleasing favorite with their cheesy, flavorful filling. Perfectly cooked and easy to customize, they make a delicious meal or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
Chicken Quesadillas:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup diced red bell pepper (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheeses, green onions, bell pepper, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Quesadillas: Lay out the tortillas and divide the chicken mixture evenly over half of each tortilla. Fold the tortillas over to create a half-moon shape.
- Cook the Quesadillas: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil. Cook each quesadilla for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Remove from the skillet, let cool slightly, and slice into wedges. Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole if desired.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
- Add jalapeños for extra heat or swap in whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas as needed.