Get ready to transform your dinner routine with these mouthwatering Chicken Quesadillas that promise a flavor explosion in just 25 minutes! Imagine crispy, golden tortillas packed with tender shredded chicken and melted cheese, paired with a fresh, zesty avocado tomato salsa that will make your taste buds dance. Whether you're a busy professional, a home cook looking for a fast meal, or someone who loves Mexican-inspired cuisine, these quesadillas are about to become your new go-to recipe that will impress everyone at the table.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the salsa first by combining diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion in a medium bowl. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture, then season with salt and pepper. Gently toss to combine and set aside to let flavors meld.
- If chicken is not already cooked, quickly sauté or shred pre-cooked chicken. Ensure chicken is warm and seasoned lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly brush or spray with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Place a flour tortilla in the heated skillet. Sprinkle half the tortilla with shredded cheese, then layer with warm shredded chicken.
- Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the chicken and cheese, creating a half-moon shape. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
- Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for an additional 2 minutes until cheese is fully melted and tortilla is crisp.
- Remove from skillet and repeat process with remaining tortillas and filling.
- Cut each quesadilla into triangular wedges and serve immediately with the prepared avocado tomato salsa on the side.
Tips
- Use a non-stick skillet or griddle to ensure your tortillas crisp up perfectly without sticking.
- Make sure your chicken is warm and lightly seasoned before adding to the quesadilla for maximum flavor.
- Don't overfill your quesadillas - this can make them difficult to flip and cause ingredients to spill out.
- Let your avocado tomato salsa sit for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- For extra crispiness, press down gently on the quesadilla with a spatula while cooking.
- Serve immediately after cooking to enjoy the quesadillas at their crispy, cheesy best.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 100mg
