Chicken Quesadillas (Printable Version)
Juicy chicken mixed with peppers and melted cheese in crispy tortillas makes a perfect easy snack.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Protein
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2 fresh garlic cloves, crushed
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680 grams skinless, boneless chicken breasts
→ Vegetables
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130 grams bell peppers, chopped (any color you like)
→ Dairy
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180 grams mixed shredded cheese (Monterey Jack and cheddar)
→ Bakery
05 -
4 big flour tortillas
→ Oils & Seasonings
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2 teaspoons olive oil
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Black pepper and salt, as you like
# Detailed Preparation Steps:
01 -
Warm up the olive oil in a pan on medium heat. Now cook the chicken for 6 to 7 minutes each side until it’s cooked through with no pink inside. Take it off the heat and let it cool before shredding into small pieces.
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Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and crushed garlic all over the chicken breasts so they’re nicely coated.
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Take each tortilla and pile shredded chicken on one half. Next, add the cooked bell peppers and sprinkle the cheese on top. Fold the tortilla to close it up.
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In the same pan, cook the chopped bell peppers for 3 to 4 minutes until they’re soft but still have a bit of crunch.
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Cut the quesadillas into four pieces and serve them hot with guac or salsa on the side.
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Put each quesadilla in a nonstick pan on medium heat. Cook about 3 to 4 minutes on each side till they’re golden and crispy.
# Helpful Tips:
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If you want it spicy, toss some cayenne or hot sauce on the chicken. Feel free to add your favorite extras like sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.