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Satisfying Chicken Quesadilla

A quick and hearty comfort food that features tender chicken, gooey cheese, and crunchy veggies enveloped in a crispy tortilla.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • Salsa and sour cream for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, sautéing until soft.
  2. In a bowl, mix the cooked chicken with taco seasoning.
  3. On one half of each tortilla, layer the chicken mixture and shredded cheese. Fold the tortilla over.
Cooking
  1. In the skillet, cook each quesadilla for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  2. Cut into wedges and serve with salsa and sour cream.

Notes

Use leftover chicken for convenience. Experiment with different cheeses and add jalapeños for extra spice. If storing leftovers, keep them in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for up to a month.