Description
Sizzling Chicken Quesadillas are the perfect recipe for busy nights. Quick, easy, and delicious, this dish will become your go-to meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of chicken breast, sliced
- 1 cup of shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 4 flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole
Instructions
- Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken breast, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through (approximately 7-8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Cook the Veggies: In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Toss in the sliced bell pepper and onion. Sauté until they are soft and slightly caramelized, about 4-5 minutes.
- Assemble the Quesadillas: On a tortilla, layer some of the cooked chicken, sautéed veggies, and a generous sprinkle of shredded cheese. Top with another tortilla.
- Cook the Quesadillas: Wipe the skillet clean and return to medium heat. Place the assembled quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the tortilla is golden and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Cut into wedges and serve with your choice of sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
Notes
For an extra crispy tortilla, try brushing the outside with a bit of butter before grilling. You can prepare the fillings in advance, making it quicker to throw together. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: quesadillas, chicken, easy dinner, quick recipe, Mexican food