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Chicken Quesadillas with Cheese and Peppers

Elina James
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Lunch
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Filling:
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • For the Quesadillas:
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
  • 2 tbsp butter or oil (for frying quesadillas)
  • Optional Toppings u0026 Garnishes:
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Sour cream
  • Salsa or pico de gallo
  • Guacamole
  • Jalapeños (fresh or pickled)

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Cook the Vegetables : Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and bell peppers. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Step 2: Add Chicken and Seasoning : Add shredded chicken to the skillet with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss until chicken is heated through and coated with seasoning. Remove from heat.
  • Step 3: Assemble the Quesadillas : Heat a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place one tortilla in the pan. Sprinkle a layer of cheese on half of the tortilla. Add the chicken and pepper filling over the cheese. Sprinkle another light layer of cheese, then fold tortilla in half (or place another tortilla on top).
  • Step 4: Cook the Quesadillas : Brush lightly with butter or oil. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and cheese is fully melted.
  • Step 5: Slice u0026 Serve : Remove from skillet, let rest for 1–2 minutes, then slice into wedges. Serve warm with toppings of choice.