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Cheesy Grilled Chicken Quesadillas

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Crisp tortilla edges, molten cheese, and smoky grilled chicken make these cheesy grilled chicken quesadillas a perfect comfort food for weeknights and parties.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups grilled chicken, shredded or diced (boneless, skinless thighs or breasts)
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (Mexican blend, cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack)
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 tbsp butter or neutral cooking oil
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder or smoked paprika (optional)
  • Guacamole, for serving
  • Sour cream, for serving
  • Salsa or pico de gallo, for serving
  • Lime wedges, for squeezing

Instructions

  1. If not already cooked, grill or pan-sear boneless skinless thighs or breasts until cooked through, then shred or dice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Dice bell peppers and red onion. Chop cilantro and squeeze lime wedges.
  3. Toss the chicken with the optional chili powder or smoked paprika.
  4. Lay a tortilla flat. Sprinkle about 1/2 cup of cheese over half the tortilla.
  5. Add a generous 1/2 cup of grilled chicken, some diced peppers, red onion, and cilantro.
  6. Top with another 1/2 cup of cheese. Fold the tortilla over to make a half-moon.
  7. Heat a skillet over medium and add 1/2 tbsp butter or oil.
  8. Cook the folded quesadilla 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  9. Transfer cooked quesadillas to a cutting board, let rest for 1 minute, then slice into wedges.
  10. Serve warm with guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and lime wedges.

Notes

For extra flavor, use pepper jack cheese and serve with a variety of dips. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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