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A serving of easy chicken quesadilla, ready for dinner.

Speedy Weeknight Chicken Quesadillas

Whip up these quick and easy chicken quesadillas for a delicious weeknight meal. Perfect for a busy schedule, these cheesy delights are ready in minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 quesadillas
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 per quesadilla Large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded or diced per quesadilla Cooked chicken
  • 1 cup per quesadilla (Mexican blend, cheddar, or Monterey Jack) Shredded cheese
  • 1 teaspoon per quesadilla Olive oil or butter
Optional Chicken Seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Cumin optional, for chicken seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Chili powder optional, for chicken seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon Garlic powder optional, for chicken seasoning
  • pinch Salt optional, for chicken seasoning
  • pinch Pepper optional, for chicken seasoning

Equipment

  • Large non-stick skillet or griddle
  • Small bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. If your cooked chicken is unseasoned, shred or dice it, then toss with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  2. Place a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat, then add about 1 teaspoon of olive oil or a pat of butter, coating the bottom.
Assembly and Cooking
  1. Lay one flour tortilla flat in the heated pan, then sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheese over the entire surface.
  2. Distribute the seasoned cooked chicken evenly, then add another layer of shredded cheese over the chicken.
  3. Place a second tortilla on top, then cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown, crispy, and the cheese is melted and gooey.
  4. Gently press down on the top tortilla with a spatula to help the layers fuse.
Serving
  1. Remove the cooked quesadilla, slice it into wedges, and serve immediately.
  2. Repeat the process for any remaining quesadillas, adding more oil or butter to the pan as needed.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can sauté some finely chopped onions or bell peppers with the chicken before adding them to the quesadilla. Serve with your favorite toppings like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.