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Quick Chicken Quesadillas

difficulty
Beginner

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Vino
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Servings

2 servings

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Prep time

5 min

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Cooking time

10 min

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Calories

450 kcal

Crispy chicken quesadillas filled with melted cheese and tender chicken. A quick and easy dinner ready in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 large tortillas
  • 1 cooked chicken breast (sliced or shredded)
  • 80 g shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • ½ bell pepper (sliced)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Sour cream (optional)
  • Salsa (optional)
  • Avocado (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat a pan over medium heat.
  2. Place one tortilla in the pan.
  3. Add cheese, chicken, and bell pepper.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Place second tortilla on top.
  6. Cook 3–4 minutes until golden.
  7. Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes.
  8. Remove and cut into triangles.
  9. Serve immediately.

Nutrition per serving

  • Protein: ~32 g
  • Carbohydrates: ~30 g
  • Fat: ~22 g
  • Fiber: ~3 g
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