Chicken Quesadilla Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Chicken
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken breast with salt, black pepper, cumin, and garlic powder. Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- 2
Sauté Vegetables
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced bell pepper and onion. Sauté for about 5-6 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
Assembly and Cooking
- 3
Assemble the Quesadilla
On one tortilla, layer half of the shredded cheddar cheese, followed by the sliced chicken, sautéed vegetables, and then the remaining cheese. Top with the second tortilla.
- 4
- 5
Serve
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it sit for a minute before slicing into wedges. Serve with sour cream and salsa on the side.
