Chicken Quesadilla (#299)

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  • Servings2
  • Prep time15 min
  • Cook time10 min
  • Total time25 min

Diet tags

Ingredients

  1. 8 ounces chicken breast, diced
  2. 2 large tortillas
  3. 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  4. 1/4 cup salsa
  5. 1 tablespoon olive oil
  6. 1/4 teaspoon salt
  7. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. - In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, add chicken, salt, and pepper, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes (internal temperature 165°F).
  2. - Place one tortilla in the skillet, spread with chicken, cheese, and salsa, top with the second tortilla, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until cheese is melted and tortilla is golden.
  3. - Slice and serve 1 quesadilla per portion warm.

Recipe notes

Chicken Quesadilla (#299)

Basic Information

  • Servings: 2
  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Difficulty: 2
  • Budget: 3
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Total Time: 25
  • Meal Type: Main Dish

Diet Types

  • Omnivore

Equipment

  • - Large skillet
  • - Measuring cups

Ingredients

  1. 8 ounces chicken breast, diced
  2. 2 large tortillas
  3. 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  4. 1/4 cup salsa
  5. 1 tablespoon olive oil
  6. 1/4 teaspoon salt
  7. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. - In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, add chicken, salt, and pepper, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes (internal temperature 165°F).
  2. - Place one tortilla in the skillet, spread with chicken, cheese, and salsa, top with the second tortilla, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until cheese is melted and tortilla is golden.
  3. - Slice and serve 1 quesadilla per portion warm.

Storage

Best served fresh. Refrigerate components separately for up to 2 days; assemble and cook fresh.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 400
  • Protein: 28g
  • Fat: 20g
  • Carbs: 28g
  • Fiber: 0
  • Sugar: 0
  • Sodium: N/A
  • Cholesterol: N/A

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