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Quesadillas

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Quesadillas Everyone Will Crave

Enjoy these irresistible chicken quesadillas with gooey cheese that make a perfect quick dinner option.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Can substitute with chicken thighs or rotisserie chicken.
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cumin No direct substitute.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can swap with vegetable oil.
  • 2 pcs Bell Peppers Any type of bell pepper works.
  • 1 pc Red Onion Can be replaced with yellow or white onion.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Fresh cloves are best.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice Lemon juice can substitute.
For the Quesadilla Base
  • 4 pcs Flour Tortillas 10-inch size is ideal.
  • 2 tbsp Butter Can be replaced with olive oil.
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Pairs beautifully with Monterey Jack.
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Feel free to mix in other melting cheeses.
For Serving
  • Guacamole Optional topping.
  • Sour Cream Optional topping.
  • Pico de Gallo Optional topping.
  • Salsa Optional topping.

Equipment

  • Non-Stick Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut boneless skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Toss with chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well-coated.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for about 1-2 minutes until shimmering. Add the chicken chunks and cook for approximately 6 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
  3. Add sliced bell peppers and chopped red onion to the same skillet, sauté for about 6 minutes. Add minced garlic during the last minute.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, drizzle fresh lime juice, and toss everything until well-combined.
  5. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a separate skillet. Brush one side of each tortilla with the melted butter.
  6. Place a tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle half of the cheese, add the chicken-vegetable filling, fold the tortilla in half.
  7. Cook the filled quesadilla for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  8. Remove from skillet, let it cool slightly before cutting into wedges. Serve warm with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftover quesadillas in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil before freezing for up to 2 months. To reheat, bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes or use an air fryer for crispy results in about 10 minutes.

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