Jun 09 2026
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Pollo Quesadilla Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation of Chicken

  1. 1

    Cook the Chicken

    In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts and season them with ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.

  2. 2

    Shred the Chicken

    Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Shred the chicken using two forks or your hands and set aside.

Assembling the Quesadilla

  1. 3

    Prepare the Tortilla

    In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low. Place one tortilla on the skillet. On one half of the tortilla, add a layer of shredded cheddar cheese (1/2 cup), followed by 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, and then a portion of the shredded chicken. If desired, sprinkle some fresh cilantro on top.

  2. 4

    Fold and Cook

    Fold the tortilla in half over the filling and press down gently. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted.

  3. 5

    Repeat the Process

    Repeat the assembly and cooking process for the remaining tortillas and filling.

Serving Suggestions

  1. 6

    Serve Hot

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

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