Chicken Quesadilla Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Vegetables & Seasoning
Optional Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Chicken
In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season the chicken breast with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cumin. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Remove from heat, let it cool, and then shred the chicken.
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
While the chicken is cooking, chop the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and onion into small pieces.
Assembly
- 3
Assemble the Quesadillas
On one half of a tortilla, layer shredded chicken, chopped vegetables, and a mix of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape.
Cooking
- 4
- 5
Serve
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet, cut into wedges, and serve hot with optional toppings like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.