Quesadillas

Crispy, golden, and oozing with melted cheese, these easy chicken quesadillas are the perfect weeknight comfort food that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Featuring a flavorful filling of tender, shredded chicken seasoned with cumin, chili powder, and a pinch of salt, these quesadillas are layered with a dreamy blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses for maximum gooeyness. The tortillas are buttered and cooked to perfection on a skillet, delivering an irresistible crunch with every bite. Perfectly customizable, these quesadillas can be served with your favorite toppings like creamy guacamole, tangy salsa, or a dollop of sour cream. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch, satisfying dinner, or snack to please a crowd, this recipe is your go-to for cheesy, Tex-Mex deliciousness.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Flour tortillas
• 1.5 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded)
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0 Optional toppings (e.g., sour cream, salsa, guacamole, chopped cilantro)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ground cumin, chili powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly seasoned.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.

Step 3

Spread 1/2 tablespoon of butter on one side of a tortilla. Place it buttered-side down onto the skillet.

Step 4

Sprinkle 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese and 2 tablespoons of Monterey Jack cheese evenly over one half of the tortilla.

Step 5

Add 1/4 of the seasoned chicken on top of the cheese layer.

Step 6

Fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently with a spatula to flatten it slightly.

Step 7

Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until the cheese is melted, and the tortilla is golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Flip the quesadilla and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until both sides are golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing into wedges.

Step 10

Repeat with the remaining tortillas and ingredients.

Step 11

Serve warm with optional toppings such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	866.3 grams (866.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2349

Total Fat 132.70g	170%
Saturated Fat 81.10g	406%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 661mg	220%
Sodium 4020mg	175%
Total Carbohydrate 86.60g	31%
Dietary Fiber 4.70g	17%
Total Sugars 1.00g
Protein 206.00g	412%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 2740mg	211%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 1047mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 34.8%

Carbs: 14.6%