Chicken Quesadilla Recipe
Shredded chicken with melted cheese in a grilled tortilla.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Sauté Vegetables
In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the diced onion and bell pepper until soft, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Combine Filling
In a large bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables, shredded chicken, salt, black pepper, and cilantro (if using). Mix well.
- 3
Assemble Quesadillas
Place a tortilla in the skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of cheese on one half of the tortilla, add 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture on top, and then sprinkle another 1/4 cup of cheese over the chicken. Fold the tortilla in half.
- 4
Cook Quesadillas
Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
- 5
Serve
Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve hot with your favorite salsa or guacamole.
