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Chicken Quesadillas (Crispy Method)

Deliciously crispy chicken quesadillas filled with seasoned chicken and melted cheese, perfect for a quick meal or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Shredded or diced
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For cooking
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
Quesadilla Assembly
  • 8 large Flour Tortillas

Method
 

Prepare the Filling
  1. In a bowl, combine the cooked chicken, shredded cheese, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Assemble Quesadillas
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place one tortilla in the skillet and spread a portion of the filling over half of the tortilla.
  2. Fold the tortilla in half and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
Serve
  1. Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve hot with salsa or sour cream.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding diced bell peppers or onions to the filling.