Chipotle Chicken Quesadillas
Spice up your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Chipotle Chicken Quesadillas, packed with smoky flavor and melty cheese in every bite! This quick and easy recipe combines tender shredded chicken with bold chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, layered with gooey Mexican blend cheese inside crispy golden tortillas. Ready in just 30 minutes, these quesadillas are a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for busy weeknights, game day snacks, or casual entertaining. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of freshness and serve with creamy sour cream and guacamole for the ultimate dipping experience. Whether you’re craving something spicy or looking for a new twist on a classic, these chipotle chicken quesadillas are sure to satisfy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked shredded chicken
- 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons Adobo sauce (from the chipotle peppers can)
- 2 cups Shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 4 pieces Large flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil or butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cups Sour cream (optional, for serving)
- 0.5 cups Guacamole (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, chopped chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce. Mix well to evenly coat the chicken.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Lightly brush one side of each tortilla with olive oil or butter. Place a tortilla, oiled side down, onto the heated skillet.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese evenly over one half of the tortilla. Layer about 1/2 cup of the chipotle chicken mixture over the cheese.
Fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently to close. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, or until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the cheese is fully melted and the tortilla is crisp.
Remove from the skillet and repeat with the remaining tortillas, chicken, and cheese.
Cut the quesadillas into wedges and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired.
Serve warm with sour cream and guacamole on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2914 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.9 g | 209% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.6 g | 338% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 666 mg | 222% | |
| Sodium | 4043 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.8 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 220.4 g | 441% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2118 mg | 163% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2576 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
