Paleo Chicken and Cheese Quesadilla
Indulge in the satisfying flavors of this Paleo Chicken and Cheese Quesadilla, a gluten-free twist on a classic comfort food! Crafted with tender shredded chicken, vibrant sautéed bell peppers and onions, creamy paleo-friendly cheese, and perfectly crisp coconut flour tortillas, this recipe is a wholesome option for clean eating enthusiasts. Rich in protein and packed with nutrients, it's seasoned to perfection and served alongside fresh avocado for an irresistible fiesta of textures and tastes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make quesadilla is ideal for quick lunches or hearty dinners while aligning with paleo dietary practices. Perfect for anyone craving a healthy, flavorful alternative to traditional quesadillas!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece cooked chicken breast
- 2 pieces coconut flour tortilla
- 1 cup paleo-friendly cheese (such as cashew cheese)
- 1 medium bell pepper, sliced
- 0.5 medium onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
Instructions
Shred the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
In a medium skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced bell pepper and onion to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
Add the shredded chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Lay one coconut flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread half of the paleo-friendly cheese over the entire surface of the tortilla.
Evenly distribute the chicken and vegetable mixture over the cheese.
Top with the remaining cheese and place the second tortilla on top to form a quesadilla.
Carefully lift the quesadilla into the skillet and cook over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Once the quesadilla is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it cool for a minute.
Slice the quesadilla into wedges and serve with fresh avocado.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1560 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.8 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.2 g | 151% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 2912 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.7 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.7 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.0 g | ||
| Protein | 88.8 g | 178% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1705 mg | 36% | |
*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.
