Description
Craving something crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor? These Crispy Chicken Quesadillas are the perfect solution for quick dinners, lunchbox ideas, or easy party snacks. Filled with juicy shredded chicken, melty cheddar, fresh peppers, and a hint of spice, they’re a go-to for anyone who loves bold Tex-Mex flavors in a fast and simple format. Ideal for weeknight meals, easy recipes, or delicious food ideas that come together in minutes!
Ingredients
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
4 large flour tortillas
1 tablespoon butter or oil
Sour cream, salsa, or guacamole for serving (optional)
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mix chicken, red bell pepper, onion, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
2. Lay tortillas flat. Add a layer of cheese, chicken mix, then another layer of cheese on one half. Fold tortilla in half.
3. Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Add butter or oil and spread evenly.
4. Cook quesadillas 2–3 minutes per side, pressing lightly with a spatula, until golden and crisp.
5. Remove and rest for 1–2 minutes before slicing.
6. Serve hot with your favorite dips like sour cream or guacamole.
Notes
Shred your own cheese for best melting and flavor.
Don’t overfill the quesadillas—it makes flipping harder.
Always let quesadillas rest a bit before slicing to avoid mess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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