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Close-up of crispy chicken quesadillas with melted cheese, red and yellow peppers, and onions.

Chicken Quesadillas with Peppers and Onions

These chicken quesadillas are filled with sautéed peppers, onions, and tender chicken, all melted together with cheese for a quick and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts diced
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For Assembly
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the sliced bell pepper and onion. Sauté until softened, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix with the peppers and onions. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
  4. Place a tortilla on a clean surface. Sprinkle half of it with cheese, then top with the chicken and pepper mixture. Add more cheese and cilantro if desired. Fold the tortilla in half.
  5. Heat a clean skillet over medium heat. Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  6. Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole for extra flavor. You can also add jalapeños for a spicy kick.

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