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Chicken Quesadillas

Ingredients:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole, chopped cilantro

Instructions:

  1. Cook Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cumin. Grill or pan-cook until fully cooked. Shred the chicken with forks.
  2. Saute Vegetables: In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, sliced bell peppers, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
  3. Season Vegetables: Add ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to the sautéed vegetables. Stir to combine.
  4. Combine Chicken and Vegetables: Add the shredded chicken to the pan with sautéed vegetables. Mix well until the chicken is coated with the spices.
  5. Assemble Quesadillas: Place a tortilla on a flat surface. Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese on one half of the tortilla. Spoon a portion of the chicken and vegetable mixture over the cheese. Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
  6. Cook Quesadillas: Heat a pan or griddle over medium heat. Place the assembled quesadillas on the hot surface and cook until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is melted, flipping once.
  7. Serve: Remove the quesadillas from the heat and cut them into wedges. Serve with optional toppings such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts (Approximate):

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 400-450
  • Total Fat: 20-25g
    • Saturated Fat: 8-10g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 60-70mg
  • Sodium: 800-1000mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 30-35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3-5g
    • Sugars: 2-3g
  • Protein: 20-25g

Note: Nutrition facts can vary based on specific brands and quantities of ingredients used. Adjustments may be needed based on individual dietary needs.