Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Shredded Chicken Quesadillas, a perfect dish for any occasion! These quesadillas feature a delightful combination of savory shredded chicken, gooey cheese, and colorful sautéed vegetables all wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Ideal as a family dinner or crowd-pleasing appetizer, this easy recipe is packed with flavor and can be customized to suit your taste. Prep time is minimal, making them an excellent choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve them with fresh salsa or creamy dips for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- ½ small onion (diced)
- 2 bell peppers (diced)
- 3 cups shredded chicken (from a rotisserie chicken or homemade)
- 4 cups shredded cheese (Oaxaca, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and bell peppers until softened (8–10 minutes).
- Add shredded chicken and seasoning mix to the skillet with ¼ cup water. Cook until thickened (3–4 minutes) and transfer to a bowl.
- Heat ½ teaspoon olive oil in the skillet. Place one tortilla in the skillet, layer half with cheese, add chicken mixture, top with more cheese, and fold.
- Cook until golden brown on each side. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Slice into wedges and serve warm with salsa or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (164g)
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 865mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 68mg