Best 5 Chicken Mushroom Quesadillas Recipes

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Chicken mushroom quesadillas are a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are made with a tortilla that is filled with chicken, mushrooms, cheese, and salsa, and then folded in half and cooked until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Quesadillas can be made with a variety of different fillings, but chicken and mushrooms are a classic combination that is sure to please everyone. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken and mushrooms, making them a budget-friendly meal.

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CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM QUESADILLAS



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Categories     Chicken     Mushroom     Appetizer     Kid-Friendly     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Cilantro     Monterey Jack     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Small Plates

Yield Serves 12 to 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup butter
2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, sliced
4 ounces button mushrooms, sliced
1 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken
2/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 1/2 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese
Olive oil
16 5 1/2-inch-diameter corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Melt butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chili powder, garlic and oregano. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add shiitake and button mushrooms and sauté until tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Mix in chicken, onion and cilantro. Cool 10 minutes. Mix in cheese. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)
  • Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Lightly brush oil on 1 side of 8 tortillas. Place tortillas, oil side down, on large baking sheet. Divide chicken mixture among tortillas, spreading to even thickness. Top with remaining 8 tortillas; press, then brush with oil. Grill quesadillas until heated through and golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Cut into wedges.

CHICKEN, MUSHROOM AND CHEESE QUESADILLAS



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In my opinion, you can't get a better flavor combination than chicken, mushrooms and onions sauteed together. Mmmmm! This recipe is adapted from Cooking Light magazine.

Provided by Dine Dish

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4-inch-thick pieces
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
1 garlic clove, minced
4 (8 inch) flour tortillas
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Combine ground cumin, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; sprinkle over chicken.
  • Add chicken to pan, and sauté 5 minutes or until browned. Remove chicken from pan; set aside.
  • Add onion, mushrooms, garlic, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper to pan; sauté 5 minutes.
  • Remove from pan; let stand 5 minutes. Wipe pan with paper towels.
  • Heat pan over medium heat. Sprinkle each tortilla with about 1/3 cup cheese.
  • Arrange 1/2 cup mushroom mixture over one-half of each tortilla.
  • Arrange chicken evenly over mushroom mixture.
  • Carefully fold each tortilla in half. Add 2 quesadillas to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned and cheese melts.
  • Repeat procedure with remaining quesadillas. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.5, Fat 20.9, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 93.8, Sodium 824.8, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 3.5, Protein 37

CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM QUESADILLAS WITH CARROT AND MANGO SLAW



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These delicious quesadillas are packed with flavor thanks to lightly spiced chicken, mushrooms, spinach, and Monterey Jack cheese. A tangy mix of cilantro, yogurt, and lime juice makes the perfect dipping sauce, and pretty carrot and mango ribbons combine for a refreshing slaw.

Provided by Katherine Sacks

Categories     Back to School     Dinner     Kid-Friendly     Tortillas     Yogurt     Mushroom     Chicken     Mango     Spinach     Monterey Jack     Small Plates

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
6 ounces button mushrooms, trimmed, coarsely chopped
2 limes
1/2 cup Greek-style plain full- or low-fat yogurt
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro, plus whole leaves for serving
2 medium carrots (about 4 ounces each), peeled
1 medium mango, thinly sliced
5 ounces baby spinach (about 4 packed cups)
4 (10") flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (about 8 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Stir cumin, 3 Tbsp. oil, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken and mushrooms and toss to coat. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 165°F, 15-17 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, juice limes to yield 6 Tbsp. juice. Blend yogurt, 3 Tbsp. lime juice, and 3 Tbsp. cilantro in a blender until smooth.
  • Shave carrots with a vegetable peeler lengthwise into ribbons (or use the large holes of a box grater). Whisk 1 Tbsp. oil and remaining 3 Tbsp. lime juice, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper in a large bowl. Add carrots and mango; toss gently to coat.
  • Remove baking sheet from oven, arrange spinach over chicken, and continue to roast until spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. Transfer chicken to a cutting board, leaving spinach on sheet, and thinly slice.
  • Arrange tortillas on a work surface. Dividing evenly, layer cheese, chicken, mushrooms, and spinach on one side of each tortilla. Fold tortillas in half to create half-moons.
  • Heat 1 1/2 tsp. oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-low until hot. Cook 2 quesadillas, turning once, until cheese is melted and tortillas are browned, 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer quesadillas to serving plates, then cook remaining quesadillas with remaining 1 1/2 tsp. oil.
  • Sprinkle quesadillas with cilantro leaves and serve with yogurt sauce and carrot-mango slaw alongside.
  • Do Ahead
  • Chicken and mushrooms can be cooked and yogurt sauce can be made 4 days ahead; cover and chill.

CHICKEN & MUSHROOM QUESADILLAS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 8 ounces)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons vegetable oil or lard
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 ounces white mushrooms, sliced (about 3 cups)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 pickled jalapeno, minced, plus 1 tablespoon pickling juice
1 19-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 8-inch flour tortillas
2 cups grated white Cheddar cheese (about 8 ounces)
Guacamole and Salsa, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Season chicken breast with salt and pepper to taste. Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium heat; add 1 tablespoon oil or lard. Cook chicken until browned on both sides and firm when gently pressed with fingertip, about 10 minutes total. Cool slightly; tear chicken into bite-size pieces.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms, 1/2 teaspoon salt, cumin, and black pepper, to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mushroom's moisture releases and evaporates, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl.
  • Add remaining 3 tablespoons oil or lard to skillet. Add onion, garlic, jalapeno and jar juices, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add beans and mash until almost smooth. Set aside.
  • Place tortillas on work surface and spread 1/4 of bean mixture on one side of each tortilla (reserve leftover bean mixture for later use). Top with 1/4 of cheese, half of chicken, and half of mushrooms. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Fold tortillas over to encase filling.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet, fry each quesadilla until golden on both sides, about 4 minutes. Cut into wedges with a pizza wheel or serrated knife. Serve with guacamole and salsa.

CHICKEN MUSHROOM & SPINACH QUESADILLAS



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Very simple and tasty chicken, mushroom, and spinach quesadilla, with melted cheese and spicy ranch sauce. Served with sour cream and salsa for dipping. I serve these as a snack or with salad or soup for lunch or a quick dinner.

Provided by Chef Shantal

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 28m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large white onion, chopped
8 ounces white button mushrooms, sliced (about 3 cups)
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chicken breasts, boneless skinless, cooked & chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups baby spinach leaves, sliced into strips
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 (10 inch) whole wheat tortillas
1/2 cup ranch dressing
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded) or 1 cup Mexican blend cheese
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over a medium heat. Add the onions and mushrooms and cook until the mushroom water is evaporated and they begin to brown, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Add chicken, cumin, chili powder and oregano and stir until all spices are incorporated. Add spinach, salt and pepper and cook until spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes.
  • Mix ranch dressing with hot sauce.
  • Lay 1 tortilla on a flat work surface, spread 2 tablespoons of hot ranch sauce on each tortilla, and sprinkle with 1/4 cup shredded cheese.
  • Spoon 1/2 chicken and vegetable mixture on top of cheese, then top with an additional 1/4 cup cheese. Top with another flour tortilla.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray over medium heat. Carefully place 1 quesadilla in pan and cook 3 minutes. Using a large spatula, gently flip quesadilla and cook an additional 3 minutes until lightly browned and cheese is melted. Repeat with second quesadilla.
  • Slice each quesadilla into quarters. Serve with sour cream and salsa for dipping.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh mushrooms. If you only have dried mushrooms, soak them in hot water for 30 minutes before using.
  • If you don't have queso fresco, you can substitute Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese.
  • Serve the quesadillas with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, or pico de gallo.
  • To make the quesadillas ahead of time, assemble them and then wrap them tightly in plastic wrap. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
  • When you're ready to cook the quesadillas, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the quesadillas for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Chicken mushroom quesadillas are a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time. These quesadillas are also a great option for entertaining. They can be made ahead of time and then cooked just before serving. You can also set up a quesadilla bar and let your guests assemble their own quesadillas. No matter how you choose to serve them, chicken mushroom quesadillas are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them!

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