Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla Recipe: A Flavour Fiesta in Every Bite!
If you are on the hunt for the ultimate chicken quesadillas recipe, this is it. It’s cheesy, crispy, and gets ready in no time at all. The easy-to-follow recipe will take you through the process, step by step, and make you land on the perfect quesadillas that pack a punch of flavour.
Yes, you can say that this chicken and cheese quesadilla is crisp on the outside, melt-in-your mouth on the inside, and has just the right amount of filling with cheese.
Let’s list down what all you will need for this simple chicken quesadilla recipe.
INGREDIENTS for the Quesadillas
→ FreshToHome Antibiotic Residue Free Chicken Breasts:
2 cups, diced and cooked
→ Chilli powder: 2 tsps
→ Salt: ¾ tsp
→ Garlic powder: ½ tsp
→ Olive oil: 1 tbsp
→ Onion, 1 no., diced
→ Red bell pepper: 1 no., diced
→ Orange, yellow, or green bell pepper: 1 no., diced
(Alternatively, use a cup of chopped veggies: baby spinach, mushrooms, zucchini etc.)
→ Gouda or Monterey Jack cheese: 1¼ cup, shredded and divided
→ Sharp cheddar cheese: ¾ cup, shredded
→ Whole wheat tortillas: 4 nos, medium-sized
→ Vegetable oil or butter for cooking
→ Hot sauce (optional)
For Serving
- Salsa
- Guacamole
- Sour cream or plain Greek yoghurt
Instructions For Chicken Quesadilla Recipe:
STEP 1:
Spice It Up → Experience the magic of marination:
Stir together the chilli powder, garlic powder, and salt in a small bowl. Place the chicken in a medium-sized bowl. Sprinkle half the spice mixture, ensuring that the chicken is coated properly. Set aside.
STEP 2:
Flavor Party → Prep for a flavour fiesta:
Heat oil in a large stainless steel pan over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the chopped onion, bell peppers, and any other vegetables that you may be using. Sprinkle the remaining spice mixture onto the veggies and stir to coat them with the mixture. Saute, stirring occasionally, until the onions turn translucent and the other vegetables are crisp yet still tender. This should take between 6 and 8 minutes. Then, transfer the veggies to the bowl with your chicken and stir gently to mix them all together. Voila, your filling is ready.
STEP 3:
Get Cheesy and More → Assemble the Quesadillas:
On one half of the tortillas, add about 2½ tablespoons of the Monterey Jack or Gouda cheese and around 1½ tablespoons of the cheddar cheese. Spread a quarter of the vegetable and chicken mix on each of the quesadillas, on top of the cheese. It might look like a lot, and that’s exactly what we want. Top the veggie and chicken mix with more cheese: 2½ tablespoons of Monterey Jack or Gouda cheese and around 1½ tablespoons of cheddar cheese. Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling. Repeat with the other three tortillas.
STEP 4:
Add A Little Crunch → Cook The Quesadillas To Perfection:
Heat a pan over medium- to medium-low heat. If you want a crisp quesadilla, add a little oil or butter to the skillet. Place the quesadilla in a pan with the open edge facing outward. If you have space, add a second quesadilla in the same way. Use a spatula to lightly press down the quesadillas. Cook on the first side for about 4 minutes, until it turns golden and crisp. Flip the quesadillas and allow the other side to cook too. Repeat with the other two quesadillas.
STEP 5:
Serve Up Fun → Cool and plate your creations:
Let the quesadillas cool on a cutting board for a few minutes. When you’re ready to plate them, cut them into pie-wedges. Serve with your choice of toppings, and enjoy!
Chicken Quesadilla Recipe Tips and Reminders →
- Don’t press skip on the marinade.
To make this chicken and cheese quesadilla, prepare your ingredients ahead of time. Try not to rush the marinating and cooking process. The flavours really come together when the spices soak into the chicken.
- Not all veggies are made equal.
If you’re using baby spinach, hold off on adding it until the rest of your veggies are partially cooked. Add it to the mixture a few handfuls at a time, and stir till it wilts.
- Spice is nice.
If you want your veggies spicy, you could add a few dashes of hot sauce. However, everyone’s spice levels are different, so remember to adjust the spices and hot sauce to your preferences.
- No fuss, no muss.
You don’t need to be a culinary whiz to whip up this simple chicken quesadilla recipe. Simply follow the steps and trust your instincts. You’ll be surprised at what you can do!
- Play with your food.
Now that you have the basics down for cheese and chicken quesadillas, why not experiment a bit with your fillings? To amp up the fun, invite family and friends over for a spot of kitchen-eering and feasting.
- There’s an easier way to make Chicken Quesadillas at home.
Stretched for time and don’t want to make chicken quesadillas from scratch? We’ve got you. Check out our ready-to-cook cheesy quesadillas with chicken and bring the flavours of Mexico to you.
All’s well that ends well!
This quesadilla chicken and cheese is a simple and easy dish that requires little effort. You can play around with the cheeses – always choosing cheeses that are more likely to melt – and the veggies for the filling to create a delicious chicken quesadilla that is sure to quell hunger pangs. These quesadillas can be made in no time at all and are great for a casual dinner at home, a gathering of family and friends, or even as a match or movie date snack! Happy cooking and eating!