Chicken Quesadillas

Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

This recipe is a simple and customizable way to make delicious chicken quesadillas. Feel free to adjust the fillings and seasonings to your liking!

Yields: 4 quesadillas

Prep time: 15 minutes (if using pre-cooked chicken, 30 minutes if cooking chicken)

Cook time: 10-15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil (if cooking chicken)

• 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 6-8 ounces), cut into small pieces (optional, can use pre-cooked shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken)

• 1 packet taco seasoning or your favorite blend of chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika

• 8 flour tortillas (8-10 inch size)

• 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or a Mexican blend work well)

• Optional fillings:

  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (any color)

  • 1/2 cup sliced onion

  • 1/4 cup corn (canned, frozen thawed, or roasted)

  • 1/4 cup black beans, rinsed and drained

  • Salsa, for serving

  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt, for serving

  • Guacamole, for serving

  • Chopped cilantro, for garnish

Equipment:

• Large skillet

• Cutting board

• Knife

• Measuring spoons and cups

• Spatula

Instructions:

1. Cook the Chicken:

• Heat the olive oil or butter (in video) in a large skillet over medium heat.

• Add the diced chicken and sprinkle with the taco seasoning (or your chosen spices), salt, and pepper to taste.

• Cook until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside, about 5-7 minutes.

• If using pre-cooked chicken, skip this step.

2. Sauté Vegetables (optional):

• If using bell peppers and onions, add them to the skillet after the chicken is cooked (or in a separate skillet with a little oil).

• Cook until they are softened, about 5-7 minutes.

3. Assemble the Quesadillas:

• Place one tortilla with butter in the skillet over medium-low heat.

• Sprinkle about 1/4 cup of the shredded cheese evenly over half of the tortilla.

• Add about 1/4 of the cooked chicken (and any cooked vegetables, corn, or black beans if using) over the cheese.

• Sprinkle another 1/4 cup of cheese over the chicken and vegetables.

• add the second tortilla over the top

4. Cook the Quesadillas:

• Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted and gooey.

• Carefully flip the quesadilla with a spatula and cook the other side.

5. Repeat:

• Remove the cooked quesadilla from the skillet and set aside.

• Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.

6. Serve:

• Cut each quesadilla into wedges (usually 2 or 4).

• Serve hot with your favorite toppings like salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and chopped cilantro.

Enjoy your delicious and easy chicken quesadillas!