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

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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.