Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsHacienda ColoradoGrilled Chicken Quesadilla Recipe

Grilled Chicken Quesadilla Recipe

Inspired by Hacienda Colorado
Time30m
Serves4

Monterey Jack on flour tortillas with sour cream and fresh guacamole.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

For Serving

Method

Preparation of Chicken

  1. 1

    Season the Chicken

    In a bowl, mix together the cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.

  2. 2

    Grill the Chicken

    Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil to the grill. Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Assembling the Quesadilla

  1. 3

    Layer Ingredients

    Place one flour tortilla on a flat surface. Sprinkle half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese on one half of the tortilla. Add a layer of sliced grilled chicken on top of the cheese, then sprinkle the remaining cheese over the chicken. Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.

  2. 4

    Cook the Quesadilla

    Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a small amount of olive oil if desired. Place the folded quesadilla in the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted. Remove from the skillet and slice into wedges.

Serving

  1. 5

    Serve with Dips

    Serve the grilled chicken quesadillas warm with a side of sour cream and fresh guacamole for dipping.

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