Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsLanie's CafeChicken Quesadilla Recipe

Chicken Quesadilla Recipe

Inspired by Lanie's Cafe
Time1h
Serves4

Grilled marinated chicken, onions, tomatoes, jalapeños, and jack cheddar cheese. Served with a side of salsa and sour cream

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Ingredients

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Quesadilla Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, cumin, and garlic powder. Add the chicken breast and coat it evenly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for about 6-8 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Let it rest before slicing.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Quesadilla Filling

    In the same skillet, add sliced onions and jalapeños and sauté until soft. Add diced tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Quesadilla

    On one half of each tortilla, layer sliced chicken, sautéed vegetables, and shredded cheese. Fold the tortillas over.

  5. 5

    Cook the Quesadilla

    In the skillet, cook each quesadilla over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve with salsa and sour cream on the side.

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