Description
Back-to-school chicken quesadillas are a delightful fusion of tender, seasoned chicken, gooey cheese, and colorful veggies all encased in a crispy tortilla. This easy recipe is not only quick to prepare but also encourages family bonding during busy evenings. Perfect for satisfying hungry kids and adults alike, these quesadillas transform any meal into a flavorful adventure.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (any color)
- 1/2 cup sliced yellow onion
- 2 tsp taco seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with taco seasoning and cook for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown (165°F internal temperature). Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sauté bell peppers and onions for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Shred or chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Spread shredded cheese over half of each tortilla, layer with sautéed veggies and chicken, then top with more cheese.
- Fold tortillas in half and cook in the skillet for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Slice into wedges and serve with salsa or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 85mg