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Chicken Quesadillas

Chicken Quesadillas

These cheesy chicken quesadillas are a quick and satisfying meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun lunch.

⏱ 25 min🍽 Serves 4Mexicanothereasynut-free

Ingredients

  • 2 cup cooked chicken
  • 1½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • ½ cup salsa (optional)
  • ½ cup sour cream (optional)
  • 1 avocado (optional)

Steps

  1. Shred or dice the cooked chicken.
  2. Sprinkle half a tortilla with a quarter of the cheese, then a quarter of the chicken, and another quarter of the cheese.
  3. Fold the tortilla in half to create a crescent shape.
  4. Melt 1/2 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place a quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  5. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, chicken, and cheese, adding more butter as needed.
  6. Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve immediately with salsa, sour cream, or avocado if desired.

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