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Chicken Quesadilla Recipe with golden crispy tortillas, melted cheese, shredded chicken, and a dollop of sour cream on top — a comforting and flavorful weeknight dinner idea.

Easy Chicken Quesadilla Recipe

Golden, crispy, and stuffed with tender shredded chicken and melted cheese, this easy chicken quesadilla recipe is your go-to quick dinner solution. Whether you're feeding a hungry family or need a savory meal in under 20 minutes, it delivers every time.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1 People
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Cooked chicken breast Shredded
  • ½ teaspoon Taco seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 pinch Ranch seasoning Optional
  • 4 Flour tortillas Medium to large size
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Freshly grated recommended
  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese Freshly grated recommended
  • 2 tablespoon Butter For crisping tortillas in pan
  • ¼ teaspoon Onion powder
  • Salt and pepper To taste
  • Diced bell peppers Optional (for variation)
  • Jalapeños Optional (for spice lovers)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish or added flavor
  • Bacon bits Optional (kid-favorite)

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet or frying pan Non-stick works best for even crispiness
  • 1 Spatula For flipping and pressing the quesadilla
  • 1 Mixing bowl To season and mix the shredded chicken
  • 1 Cutting board To rest and slice the quesadillas after cooking
  • 1 Sharp knife or pizza cutter To cut into wedges easily

Method
 

  1. Season the shredded chicken with taco seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of ranch if using. Mix well.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Melt ½ tablespoon butter to coat the bottom of the pan.
  3. Place a tortilla in the pan. Sprinkle a layer of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese on one half.
  4. Add the seasoned chicken on top of the cheese, then another light layer of cheese.
  5. Fold the tortilla in half to make a half-moon shape. Press gently.
  6. Cook for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy.
  7. Flip carefully. Cook the other side for 2–3 more minutes until the cheese is melted and both sides are crispy.
  8. Remove from heat and let rest for 1 minute. Slice into wedges and serve with dips.

Nutrition

Serving: 180gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 580mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 280mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This crispy, cheesy chicken quesadilla recipe hits all the right notes: fast, flavorful, and flexible. Whether you're using up leftover rotisserie chicken or making them fresh, you'll love how customizable and family-approved they are. Don't forget the dipping sauces!

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