Description
Discover the joy of Shredded Chicken Quesadillas, a delightful dish that combines tender shredded chicken, melty cheese, and vibrant spices wrapped in crispy tortillas. Perfect for game nights, quick weeknight dinners, or festive gatherings, these quesadillas are sure to please everyone at the table. With their customizable toppings and easy preparation, they are not just a meal but a fun experience for the whole family. Whether served with guacamole, salsa, or on a bed of greens, these quesadillas offer a satisfying mix of flavors and textures that will have your guests coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- ½ small onion (diced)
- 2 bell peppers (diced)
- 3 cups shredded chicken
- 4 cups shredded cheese (Oaxaca, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- 6 large flour tortillas
- Seasonings: chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder
Instructions
- Sauté the vegetables by heating 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell peppers; cook until softened (8–10 minutes).
- Combine shredded chicken with seasonings and ¼ cup water in the skillet. Stir well and cook until thickened (3–4 minutes). Transfer to a bowl.
- To assemble quesadillas, heat remaining olive oil in the skillet. Place one tortilla down; sprinkle cheese on half, add some chicken mixture, top with more cheese, then fold over.
- Cook until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- Slice into wedges and serve hot with your favorite dips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (approximately 156g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 798mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 73mg