Quesadillas

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Crispy, golden, and oozing with melted cheese, these easy chicken quesadillas are the perfect weeknight comfort food that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Featuring a flavorful filling of tender, shredded chicken seasoned with cumin, chili powder, and a pinch of salt, these quesadillas are layered with a dreamy blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses for maximum gooeyness. The tortillas are buttered and cooked to perfection on a skillet, delivering an irresistible crunch with every bite. Perfectly customizable, these quesadillas can be served with your favorite toppings like creamy guacamole, tangy salsa, or a dollop of sour cream. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch, satisfying dinner, or snack to please a crowd, this recipe is your go-to for cheesy, Tex-Mex deliciousness.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 10 min
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 4 pieces Flour tortillas
• 1.5 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded)
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• Optional toppings (e.g., sour cream, salsa, guacamole, chopped cilantro)

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ground cumin, chili powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly seasoned.

2. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.

3. Spread 1/2 tablespoon of butter on one side of a tortilla. Place it buttered-side down onto the skillet.

4. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese and 2 tablespoons of Monterey Jack cheese evenly over one half of the tortilla.

5. Add 1/4 of the seasoned chicken on top of the cheese layer.

6. Fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently with a spatula to flatten it slightly.

7. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until the cheese is melted, and the tortilla is golden brown and crispy.

8. Flip the quesadilla and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until both sides are golden brown.

9. Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing into wedges.

10. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and ingredients.

11. Serve warm with optional toppings such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (223.5g)

Calories		638
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		38.9 g	50%
	Saturated Fat	23.9 g	120%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		181 mg	60%
Sodium		1020 mg	44%
Total Carbohydrate		21.7 g	8%
	Dietary Fiber	1.1 g	4%
	Total Sugars	0.2 g
Protein		51.6 g	103%
Vitamin D		0.3 mcg	1%
Calcium		686 mg	53%
Iron		2.2 mg	12%
Potassium		263 mg	6%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1401 cal (54.5%%)

Protein: 824 cal (32.1%%)

Carbs: 346 cal (13.5%%)