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Chicken Quesadilla

Crispy-edged quesadilla with seasoned chicken, melted cheese, and fresh cilantro. Ready in 15 minutes—perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
35g
Chicken Quesadilla
quickcasualmexicanchickencrispymeltyMain courseweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Toss shredded chicken with cilantro, salt, and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Lay one tortilla flat. Scatter half the cheese over half of it.

  3. Step 3

    Pile chicken mixture on top of the cheese in an even layer.

  4. Step 4

    Top with remaining cheese, then fold tortilla in half to seal.

  5. Step 5

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, ~90 seconds.

  6. Step 6

    Slide quesadilla into pan. Cook 2 minutes until the bottom edges turn golden brown.

  7. Step 7

    Flip carefully. Cook another 2 minutes until cheese melts and bottom is crispy.

  8. Step 8

    Slide onto a cutting board. Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.

  9. Step 9

    Cut each quesadilla into triangles. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • spatula

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