Chicken Quesadilla
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
2 mins
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Total Time
12 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
478 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mexican
Chicken Quesadilla
Description
The preparation starts by whisking mayonnaise with taco seasoning, garlic salt with parsley, and hot sauce to create a zesty spread. This mixture is spread on one side of a tortilla, topped with seasoned shredded chicken and Mexican cheese, then covered with a second sauced tortilla. Microwaving briefly warms the filling and softens the cheese, after which the quesadilla is cooked in a hot skillet to achieve a crispy crust and melted interior.
This method provides a creamy and spicy flavor profile, balancing the richness of the mayonnaise-based sauce with the savory chicken and cheese. The quesadilla is versatile and can be served as a meal or snack, with any leftover sauce doubling as a dipping condiment for extra flavor.
The recipe supports make-ahead preparation by assembling and freezing quesadillas. To reheat, microwave the frozen quesadilla briefly, then finish crisping in a pan. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to four days and can be reheated in the microwave or skillet.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon taco seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt with parsley flakes
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce
- 6 tortillas
- 2 cups Mexican cheese
- 2 cups chicken seasoned, shredded
Instructions
- Whisk mayo, taco seasoning, garlic salt, and hot sauce.
- Spread the mayo mixture on one side of a tortilla. Sprinkle the desired amount of shredded chicken on top, then some cheese. Add sauce to a second tortilla and place on top.
- Heat in the microwave for about 20 seconds, then put in a hot pan on the stove, until nice and crisp. If you have sauce left over, use it for dipping!
Notes
- Assemble quesadillas and freeze flat on a cookie sheet before transferring to a bag for up to 2 months storage.
- To reheat from frozen, microwave for 30-60 seconds, then crisp in a nonstick pan until cheese melts and tortillas are golden.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, reheating as needed.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 478 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 478kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 41g | 63% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 836mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 85mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 270IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 281mg | 28% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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