Chicken Quesadillas

Crispy and delicious, nutritious with plenty of cheese.

Senny

2 min read

👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️

  • Tortillas (corn or wheat): 4

  • Chicken breast: 200g

  • Onion: half

  • Cheese (mozzarella or cheddar): 150g

  • Olive oil: as needed

  • Salt: to taste

  • Black pepper: to taste

  • Chili powder (optional): to taste

  • Salsa (or ketchup): as needed, for dipping

Chicken Quesadillas is a delicious Mexican snack renowned for its crispy tortilla, rich fillings, and creamy cheese. The perfect blend of chicken, onion, and cheese, combined with appropriate seasonings, makes every bite full of rich milk flavor and delicious meat taste. Whether served as a main dish or a snack, Chicken Quesadillas satisfies your taste buds.

👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:

  1. Dice the chicken breast and chop the onion.

  2. Heat olive oil in a pan, add the diced chicken and chopped onion, and stir-fry until the chicken is cooked through. Season with salt, black pepper, and chili powder to taste.

  3. Place a tortilla on a flat skillet or baking tray, sprinkle with cheese.

  4. Spread the cooked chicken and onion filling evenly over the cheese, and sprinkle with additional cheese to cover the filling.

  5. Fold the tortilla in half or place another tortilla on top, and cook over medium-low heat until both sides are golden and crispy, and the cheese is fully melted.

  6. Remove and cut into appropriate-sized pieces, served with salsa or ketchup for dipping.

👉🏻✨TIPS

  • During preparation, you can add other vegetables or meats according to personal preference, such as bell peppers, mushrooms, etc.

  • The type and amount of cheese can be adjusted according to personal taste; for a richer flavor, add more cheese.

  • Use medium-low heat when frying to avoid overcooking the tortilla or incomplete melting of the cheese.

👉🏻✨BENEFITS

  • Chicken Quesadillas is not only delicious but also provides abundant protein and nutrition. Chicken breast is a source of high-quality protein, aiding in muscle repair and growth. Cheese is rich in calcium and vitamin D, contributing to bone health. Additionally, onions and seasonings like chili powder provide vitamins and minerals, promoting overall health.

👉🏻✨NUTRITIONAL ASPECTS:

  • Protein: Chicken breast provides high-quality protein, aiding in muscle repair and growth.

  • Calcium: Cheese is a good source of calcium, contributing to bone health.

  • Vitamin D: The vitamin D in cheese aids in the absorption and utilization of calcium.

  • Dietary fiber: Although the dietary fiber content of this dish is not high, the addition of vegetables like onions still contributes to gut health.

  • Minerals and vitamins: Onions and seasonings such as chili powder provide rich minerals and vitamins, including potassium, iron, and vitamin C, aiding in maintaining normal bodily functions.