Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure with these mouthwatering Speedy Salsa Chicken Quesadillas! In just 25 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality Mexican dish that's so easy and irresistible, it'll become your new go-to recipe for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings. Imagine crispy, golden tortillas packed with tender shredded chicken, melted cheese, and zesty salsa - a flavor explosion that'll have everyone asking for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Cooking spray or oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by shredding the cooked chicken, measuring out salsa and cheese, and ensuring tortillas are at room temperature.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly coat the surface with cooking spray or a thin layer of oil.
- Place one flour tortilla flat in the heated skillet, allowing it to warm for about 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle approximately 1/4 cup of shredded cheese evenly across half of the tortilla, creating a base layer.
- Top the cheese with 1/2 cup of shredded chicken, spreading it evenly across the same half of the tortilla.
- Spoon 1/4 cup of salsa over the chicken, distributing it uniformly.
- Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filled side, creating a half-moon shape.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom turns golden brown and crispy, then carefully flip the quesadilla.
- Cook the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese is fully melted and tortilla is crisp and golden.
- Remove from skillet and let rest for 1-2 minutes before cutting into wedges.
- Repeat the process with remaining tortillas and ingredients.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with additional salsa, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.
Tips
- Use room temperature tortillas to prevent cracking and ensure even heating.
- Don't rush the cooking process - medium heat is key to achieving that perfect golden-brown crispiness.
- For extra flavor, consider using a blend of cheeses like cheddar and monterey jack.
- Make sure your skillet is non-stick or well-oiled to prevent sticking and ensure easy flipping.
- Let the quesadillas rest for a minute after cooking to allow the cheese to set and make cutting easier.
- If you have leftover cooked chicken, this recipe is a fantastic way to repurpose it!
- Experiment with different salsas - from mild to spicy - to customize the flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 85mg
