Description

Looking for a quick dinner or an easy lunch idea that’s both satisfying and full of flavor? These Crispy Chicken Quesadillas are the perfect answer. Packed with juicy shredded chicken, melty cheddar cheese, and fresh veggies, all sandwiched between golden-brown tortillas, this is a go-to option for easy dinners, food ideas, or healthy-ish snacks. Whether you’re feeding the whole family or meal prepping ahead, this easy recipe is bound to make its way into your regular dinner ideas rotation. Plus, it’s incredibly customizable — think breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, and everything in between.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups cooked shredded chicken

1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup diced red bell pepper

¼ cup finely chopped red onion

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

1 tablespoon taco seasoning

1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (for pan-frying)

4 large flour tortillas

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, taco seasoning, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro until well combined.

2. Heat a non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with olive oil or butter.

3. Place one tortilla on a flat surface. On one half, layer shredded cheese, chicken mixture, and a bit more cheese. Fold over to form a half-moon.

4. Cook the quesadilla in the hot skillet for 2–3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden and crispy.

5. Remove from heat, let rest for 1 minute, then slice into wedges and serve warm with your favorite dips.

Notes

For the crispiest tortilla, use medium heat and cook slowly to avoid burning.

Pre-shredded cheese works, but shredding your own melts better and tastes fresher.

Let the quesadilla rest before slicing to prevent cheese from spilling out.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
Calories: 400
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 65mg

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