Chicken Quesadilla Recipe
Flour tortillas filled with cheese and lean chicken breast then grilled until golden.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken until it is no longer pink in the middle, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
- 2
Assemble the Quesadilla
Lay one flour tortilla on a flat surface. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese on half of the tortilla, followed by a portion of the sliced chicken. Top with another 1/2 cup of cheese, then fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
- 3
Grill the Quesadilla
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and heat over medium heat. Place the folded quesadilla in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
- 4
Serve
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool for a minute. Cut into wedges and serve with optional toppings such as sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
