In the world of quick and comforting meals, classic chicken quesadillas reign supreme. Whether you're looking for a hassle-free weeknight dinner, a crowd-pleasing party snack, or a tasty lunch fix, this versatile dish delivers every time. With a harmonious blend of flavorful chicken, melted cheese, and your favorite toppings, wrapped in a perfectly golden tortilla, chicken quesadillas offer a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. So, let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of crafting the ultimate chicken quesadilla, brimming with irresistible flavors and guaranteed to become a staple in your recipe repertoire.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
QUICK CHICKEN QUESADILLAS
With a few simple shortcut ingredients, you can have warm and cheesy homemade quesadillas on the dinner table in less than half an hour. If you need to master the basic steps of how to make chicken quesadilla, this is the place to start.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut chicken into bite-size pieces. In small bowl, mix chicken and salsa.
- Spray 1 side of 1 tortilla with cooking spray; place sprayed side down on work surface. Layer with one-fourth of the chicken mixture and 1/2 cup of the cheese. Top with another tortilla; spray top of tortilla with cooking spray.
- Cook in 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat 4 to 6 minutes, carefully turning after 2 minutes, until golden brown. Repeat with remaining tortillas, chicken mixture and cheese. To serve, cut quesadillas into wedges. Serve with sour cream and, if desired, additional salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 580, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize 1 Quesadilla, Sodium 1360 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 2 1/2 g
CHICKEN QUESADILLAS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Sprinkle the chicken with salt, pepper and taco seasoning. Add the chicken to the skillet and saute over medium-high heat until done, about 4 minute per side. Remove from the skillet and dice into cubes. Set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet over high heat. Throw in the onions and peppers and cook until the peppers have a few dark brown/black areas, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Sizzle 1/2 tablespoon of the butter in a separate skillet or griddle over medium heat and lay a flour tortilla in the skillet. Then build the quesadillas by laying grated cheese on the bottom tortilla, and then arranging the chicken and cooked peppers. Top with a little more grated cheese and top with a second tortilla.
- When the tortilla is golden on the first side, carefully flip the quesadilla to the other side, adding another 1/2 tablespoon butter to the skillet at the same time. Continue cooking until the second side is golden. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and fillings.
- Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve with Pico de Gallo.
- Dice up equal quantities of tomatoes and onions. Roughly chop the cilantro.
- Now, slice 1 or 2 jalapenos in half. With a spoon, scrape out the seeds. (If you like things spicy, leave in some of the white membranes.) Dice the jalapenos very finely; you want a hint of heat and jalapeno flavor, but you don't want to cause any fires. Now dump the four ingredients into a bowl.
- Slice the lime in half and squeeze the juice from half the lime into the bowl. Sprinkle with salt, and stir together until combined. Be sure to taste the pico de gallo and adjust the seasonings, adding salt or more diced jalapeno if needed.
ULTIMATE CHICKEN QUESADILLA
Cheesy quesadillas filled with a mixture of tender chicken and spicy tomatoes
Provided by Food Network
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings (1 quesadilla each)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Spray large skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Add chicken and undrained tomatoes; cook 10 minutes or until chicken pieces are no longer pink in centers and liquid has evaporated, stirring frequently.
- 2. Spread chicken mixture evenly onto bottom half of each tortilla to within 1 inch of edge. Sprinkle 1/2 cup cheese over chicken mixture on each tortilla. Fold each tortilla in half to cover filling.
- 3. Clean skillet. Spray with additional cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Cook quesadillas 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown on both sides. Cut into wedges to serve.
CHICKEN QUESADILLAS
This is a great recipe for parties. I freeze the leftovers; they reheat quite well. The zesty chicken and cooked peppers are a succulent delight when mixed with the melted cheeses. Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve with sour cream and salsa.
Provided by Heather
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 55m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler. Grease a baking sheet.
- Toss the chicken with the fajita seasoning, then spread onto the baking sheet. Place under the broiler and cook until the chicken pieces are no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the green bell peppers, red bell peppers, onion, and chicken. Cook and stir until the vegetables have softened, about 10 minutes.
- Layer half of each tortilla with the chicken and vegetable mixture, then sprinkle with the Cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and Monterey Jack. Fold the tortillas in half and Place onto a baking sheet.
- Bake quesadillas in the preheated oven until the cheeses have melted, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 504.3 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
BASIC CHICKEN QUESADILLAS
"Tender homemade tortillas make this savory snack extra-special," notes Linda Miller of Klamath Falls, Oregon.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 14 quesadillas.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt and baking powder. Cut in shortening until crumbly. Add enough warm water, stirring until mixture forms a ball. Let stand for 10 minutes. Divide into 28 portions. , On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 7-in. circle. Cook on a lightly greased griddle for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes on each side, breaking any bubbles with a toothpick if necessary. Keep warm., In a large bowl, combine cheeses. For each quesadilla, place a tortilla on the griddle; sprinkle with about 2 tablespoons cheese mixture, 2 tablespoons chicken, 1 tablespoon onions, 1 tablespoon olives and 1 teaspoon chilies. Top with 1 tablespoon cheese mixture and another tortilla. , Cook for 30-60 seconds; turn and cook 30 seconds longer or until cheese is melted. Cut into wedges. Serve with salsa and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts :
ABSOLUTE BEST CHICKEN QUESADILLAS
An attempt to copy Rock Ola Grille's fabulous chicken quesadillas! After having many quesadillas in several restaurants this is absolutely the best! The flavor just can't be beat. Melt in your mouth! Easy!
Provided by Seasoned Cook
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 1 quesadillas
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Butter one side of each tortilla. Place one tortilla (buttered side down) into a nonstick skillet.
- Evenly sprinkle chicken, bacon, tomatoes, onion. Drizzle bar-b-que sauce over all. Sprinkle cheese over and top with remaining tortilla (buttered side up).
- On medium heat, cook approximately 3 minutes, watching underside of tortilla for browning. Press with spatula while cooking. Carefully flip entire tortilla over using spatula. Cook approximately 3 minutes until light brown and cheese is melted.
- Remove to a plate and cut into 6 triangle pieces. Serve with picante sauce and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1484.2, Fat 92.8, SaturatedFat 47.8, Cholesterol 372.4, Sodium 2696.3, Carbohydrate 59.9, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 20.6, Protein 98.7
AUTHENTIC STYLE CHICKEN QUESADILLA
Chunks of chicken simmered in a Mexican seasoned tomato sauce, pan fried in flour tortillas with white American cheese. My fiance says it is the closest to the flavor of our local Mexican restaurant. These are awesome and quick!
Provided by Tara_hearts
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 25m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Add tomatoes, broth, salsa, jalapeños, cumin, garlic, and salt to a medium size sauce pan and bring to a boil.
- Chop chicken into small bite size pieces and add to boiling sauce. Turn heat immediately down to low- medium and simmer until chicken is cooked through. You can simmer for longer if you want more flavor infused into the meat.
- Heat 1/2 tablespoon of butter (or spray cooking spray) into a pan on medium low heat. Place cheese slice into center of flour tortilla. With a slotted spoon pick up chicken pieces and allow the juice to drain out. Place in center of tortilla and fold close. Cook tortillas about a minute on each side until golden brown and serve. Goes well with a guacamole salad.
CREAMY GARLIC CHICKEN QUESADILLA
Sandwich tortillas together with a mixture of cheese, chives, chicken and garlic to make these delicious quesadillas. They're great for a snack, lunch or light supper
Provided by Esther Clark
Categories Lunch, Snack, Supper
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Blitz the watercress, chives, lemon zest and soft cheese together and season. Fry the reserved chicken skin for 5 mins until crisp, then set aside. Meanwhile, shred the roasted chicken.
- Spread the cheese mix over 1 tortilla, top with the chicken, crispy chicken skin, the cheddar, mozzarella and second tortilla. Heat a frying pan over a medium heat, add the quesadilla and cook for 2-3 mins on each side. Cut into four.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 437 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 44 grams protein, Sodium 1.7 milligram of sodium
OVEN CHICKEN QUESADILLAS
I've always loved going out for quesadillas. Then one day I came up with a recipe for making them in my oven. They cook in about 10 minutes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine chicken, onion, mozzarella and cheddar; set aside. Spray one side of each tortilla with cooking spray. Place tortilla greased side down on hot griddle. Place chicken on half of each tortilla. Fold over and cook over low for 1-2 minutes on each side of until tortilla is golden brown. Cut into wedges. Serve with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Fat 22g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 585mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein.
Tips:
- Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your quesadillas will taste. Use ripe tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and flavorful cheese.
- Don't Overcook the Chicken: Overcooked chicken can be dry and tough. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, but still juicy.
- Use a Good Quality Cheese: The cheese is one of the most important ingredients in quesadillas. Use a cheese that melts well and has a good flavor.
- Don't Overstuff the Quesadillas: Overstuffed quesadillas can be difficult to fold and cook evenly. Fill them with just enough ingredients so that they can be folded in half easily.
- Cook the Quesadillas in a Hot Skillet: A hot skillet will help to create a crispy exterior and a melted interior.
- Serve the Quesadillas with Your Favorite Toppings: Quesadillas can be served with a variety of toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and Pico de gallo.
Conclusion:
Classic chicken quesadillas are a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and they can also be served as an appetizer or snack. With a few simple tips, you can make the best chicken quesadillas that will impress your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken quesadillas a try!
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