Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla is a popular dish that combines the delicious taste of chicken with melted cheese. This classic Mexican-inspired recipe is perfect for a quick meal, snack, or party appetizer. We offer a comprehensive guide to making cheesy chicken quesadillas and helpful tips to ensure your quesadillas are crispy, cheesy, and delicious for a unique twist.
Cheesy Chicken Quesadillas
Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla is a popular and delicious dish that can be prepared with a variety of ingredients and customized to suit different tastes and dietary needs a versatile and satisfying meal that can be adapted to suit a range of dietary preferences by choosing high-quality ingredients and paying attention to portions, especially when it comes to cheese, you can enjoy this dish as part of a balanced diet.
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to make the fajita seasoning. Mix it all together
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Add the seasoning to the cubed chicken and mix until the chicken is completely coated
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In a pan, heat up one tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the coated chicken and cook for about 5 minutes, until it turns brown
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On one side of the pan, add the chopped onion and sliced red and green peppers. Cook until the veggies are tender, about 5 more minutes
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Add the lemon juice to the pan and mix everything together. Put the combination of vegetables and chicken aside
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Remove the tortilla from the pan and place the cooked chicken and vegetable mixture on top. Sprinkle with diced sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese
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Fold the tortilla in half, pressing it down gently to seal the filling inside
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In a clean pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Place a tortilla in the pan and move it around so that the oil covers the bottom evenly. Cook for approximately two minutes, or until golden brown on the bottom
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Flip the tortilla and cook for another 2 minutes on the other side
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Serve the cheesy chicken quesadilla warm with your favorite toppings of avocado slices, lemon and tomato
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Enjoy our homemade cheesy chicken quesadilla
Servings: 2 ServingCalories:442kcalTotal Fat:20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol:72mgSodium:998mgTotal Carbohydrate:38gDietary Fiber: 3gVitamin A: 414IUVitamin C: 3.01mgCalcium: 237mgIron: 1.85mg
Note
- Protein substitutions: You can swap in shrimp, beef, or tofu instead of chicken for the protein component.
- Vegetarian option: Omit the chicken and add extra veggies like mushrooms or zucchini for a meatless version.
- Spice level: Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the spiciness to your preference.
- Cooking method: If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken and vegetables in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Storage: Leftover fajitas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
