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Authentic Chicken Quesadilla

Savor the Flavor: Authentic Chicken Quesadilla Delight

Discover the joy of cooking Authentic Chicken Quesadilla—quick, customizable, and packed with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadilla Filling
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders or Breasts Consider using turkey or leftover chicken.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust to your spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Or swap in green bell pepper or jalapeños.
  • 1 medium White Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic (fresh) For a robust flavor.
  • ¼ cup Cilantro Optional.
  • 2 tablespoons Minced Chipotle Chilis & Adobo Sauce Adjust for heat preference.
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Substitute with cheddar or pepper jack.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For frying.
For the Dip
  • 1 cup Low-fat Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream Or try plain hummus or avocado yogurt.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice for flavor.
For the Tortillas
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas Can use whole wheat or gluten-free.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine thinly sliced chicken tenders with chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Let marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for about 6 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add diced red bell pepper, white onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender.
  4. Add the sautéed vegetables to the bowl with the cooked chicken. Toss in minced chipotle chilis, adobo sauce, and chopped cilantro. Mix thoroughly.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup of Greek yogurt with the juice of one lime, a pinch of salt, and a teaspoon of adobo sauce. Stir until smooth.
  6. Lay out one flour tortilla, sprinkle cheese over one half, add chicken and vegetable mixture, and top with more cheese. Fold to encase filling.
  7. Heat skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil, place folded quesadilla in skillet. Cook 3-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook other side for another 3-4 minutes.
  8. Remove quesadillas from skillet, let rest, then slice into wedges and serve hot with chipotle dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients enhance the overall flavor. Avoid overfilling to prevent soggy quesadillas, and serve hot.

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