If you're craving a quick and easy meal that packs a flavorful punch, look no further than the mini chicken quesadilla recipe by Tasty. This delightful dish combines shredded chicken, melty cheese, and zesty seasonings, all wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for a satisfying lunch, dinner, or even as a party appetizer, this recipe delivers a burst of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. In just a few simple steps, you'll have a delicious and versatile dish that's sure to become a family favorite. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a culinary journey with this irresistible mini chicken quesadilla recipe.
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CHEESY CHICKEN LAYER QUESADILLA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: shredded chicken, black beans, corn, salsa, shredded cheese blend, large flour tortillas, sour cream, guacamole, salsa
Provided by Alix Traeger
Categories Dinner
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a large pan over medium heat, cook the chicken, beans, corn, and salsa.
- In a springform pan, lay down one tortilla, then top with chicken mixture and cheese.
- Layer another tortilla on top and continue to stack until pan is full.
- Top with more cheese.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Top with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 3 grams
CHICKEN FAJITA QUESADILLA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken breast, salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, cayenne, garlic powder, bell pepper, white onion, large flour tortillas, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded monterey jack cheese, fresh cilantro, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo
Provided by Claire Nolan
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 quesadillas
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large skillet, coat chicken with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, cayenne, and garlic powder. Cook 5-7 minutes.
- Add the peppers and onions and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they are soft. Remove chicken, onions and peppers from the pan and set aside.
- Place the tortilla in the skillet and add a layer of cheese on half of the tortilla.
- Add cooked chicken, peppers and onions. Top with more cheese and fold the tortilla in half.
- Cook for 6 minutes over medium heat, flipping half way.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream on the side.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 827 calories, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 45 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 66 grams, Sugar 6 grams
MINI CHICKEN QUESADILLA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: shredded chicken, shredded mexican cheese blend, mild fajita sauce, tortillas
Provided by Aura Lyn
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Put the chicken, cheese, and mild sauce in a bowl and mix.
- Then brown the first tortilla. While the underside browns, add the mix of cheese and chicken and top with a second tortilla.
- Flip and cook for 2 minutes. Then, remove from heat, slice, and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 672 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 61 grams, Sugar 1 gram
CHICKEN QUESADILLAS
This chicken quesadilla recipe has an impressive look and taste with little preparation. The leftover chicken gets Mexican flair from cumin in this fun main dish. -Linda Wetzel, Woodland Park, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, combine the first 6 ingredients. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat until heated through, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Brush 1 side of tortillas with butter; place buttered side down on a lightly greased baking sheet. Spoon 1/3 cup chicken mixture over half of each tortilla; sprinkle with 1/3 cup cheese. , Fold plain side of tortilla over cheese. Bake at 375° until crisp and golden brown, 9-11 minutes. Cut into wedges; serve with sour cream and guacamole.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Fat 26g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 901mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
BLOOMING QUESADILLA RING RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: cooked and shredded chicken, onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño, taco sauce, taco-size tortillas, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded monterey jack cheese
Provided by Julie Klink
Categories Appetizers
Yield 20 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375˚F (190˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, add the chicken, onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño, and taco sauce, and mix to combine. Set aside.
- Cut each tortilla in half. Evenly add about 2 tablespoons each of the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and chicken mixture to each tortilla half.
- Roll the tortillas into cones, starting fro the cut edge and making sure not to push the ingredients out of the tortilla.
- Place a wide mouth jar or glass in the center of the baking sheet.
- Create a ring around the jar with about 13 tortilla cones. The points of the cones should be in the center, touching the jar. Sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the layer. Repeat with the remaining cones to make 2 more layers, finishing with the rest of the cheddar and Monterey Jack. Remove the jar from the center of the ring.
- Bake until the cheese is melted and the edges of the tortillas are crispy, 15-20 minutes.
- Carefully transfer the blooming quesadilla to a serving platter. Place your dip of choice inside the ring and top with your desired garnishes. Serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 2 grams
BBQ CHICKEN QUESADILLA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken breast, salt, pepper, BBQ sauce, flour tortillas, red onion, monterey jack cheese, cheddar cheese, fresh parsley, BBQ sauce
Provided by Claire Nolan
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, add chicken breast and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Cook 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway and adding the onions when you flip the chicken. (Cooking times may vary depending on thickness of the chicken breast).
- Remove the chicken from the pan and continue to stir onions.
- Shred the chicken while onions are cooking.
- Return the shredded chicken to the pan with the onions. Add the BBQ sauce and stir. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Place a tortilla in a pan and add a layer monterey jack and cheddar cheese on half of the tortilla.
- Place cooked chicken and onions, and top with the rest of each cheese. Fold in half and cook 6 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Serve with extra BBQ sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 30 grams, Sugar 12 grams
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
Tips:
- To ensure your chicken quesadillas are crispy and golden, use a skillet or griddle that is well-seasoned and heated over medium-high heat.
- If you like your quesadillas extra cheesy, add a sprinkle of shredded cheese to the skillet before adding the tortillas.
- For a more flavorful quesadilla, use a variety of cheeses, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, and pepper Jack.
- If you don't have a tortilla press, you can use a rolling pin to flatten the tortillas.
- To prevent the tortillas from sticking to the skillet, lightly grease it with cooking spray or butter.
- Serve your chicken quesadillas with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, or pico de gallo.
Conclusion:
Mini chicken quesadillas are a quick and easy snack or meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying quesadilla that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these mini chicken quesadillas a try. You won't be disappointed!
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