
Made with AI
Classic Chicken Quesadilla
Ingredients
- shredded cooked chicken2 cups
- shredded cheddar cheese1 cup
- shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 cup
- flour tortillas8 pieces
- diced bell peppers1/2 cup
- diced onions1/2 cup
- chopped cilantro1/4 cup
- olive oil1 tbsp
- chili powder1/2 tsp
- cumin1/2 tsp
- salt1/4 tsp
- black pepper1/4 tsp
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 3
Add the diced bell peppers and diced onions to the skillet and sauté until they are tender, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- 5
Remove the chicken and vegetable mixture from the skillet and set aside.
- 6
Wipe the skillet clean and place it back on the stove over medium heat.
- 7
Place one flour tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle with 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
- 8
Add a portion of the chicken and vegetable mixture on top of the cheese.
- 9
Sprinkle with some chopped cilantro.
- 10
Place another flour tortilla on top and press down gently.
- 11
Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- 12
Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- 13
Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve warm.



