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Golden brown toasted chicken quesadilla wedges stacked on a plate with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.

Simple Chicken Quesadillas

Quick and easy chicken quesadillas loaded with seasoned chicken, melted cheese, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a fast lunch or weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 4 flour tortillas large
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely sliced
  • 1/4 cup bell pepper thinly sliced
Optional Toppings
  • sour cream
  • salsa
  • cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Non-stick Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix the cooked chicken with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  3. Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle cheese over half of it.
  4. Add seasoned chicken, red onion, and bell pepper on top of the cheese.
  5. Sprinkle more cheese on top and fold the tortilla in half.
  6. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  7. Repeat with remaining tortillas, slice into wedges, and serve warm with optional toppings.

Notes

You can customize these quesadillas with different cheeses, vegetables, or spices to suit your taste.