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Chicken Quesadillas
5 from 21 votes

Chicken Quesadillas

Chicken Quesadillas in this recipe feature marinated chicken cooked with onion, bell pepper, and tomato then combined with mozzarella cheese inside tortillas. Griddled until the cheese melts and the tortilla crisps, these quesadillas offer a balanced texture of tender chicken filling and golden, melty exterior, flavored with a spice blend including chili, paprika, oregano, and cumin.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 272 kcal
Course: Main Course, Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

Marinade
  • 500 g chicken
  • 1 tsp chilli powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp garlic paste
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
Stir Fry
  • 4 tbsp neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
  • 1 onion
  • 1 bell pepper
  • 1 tomato
  • 1 tbsp tomato puree
  • 2 tortilla
  • mozzarella cheese

Instructions

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  1. Cut the chicken into small bite-size pieces and add into a bowl along with the rest of the marinade ingredients then mix until fully incorporated and set aside for 30 minutes to marinate
  2. Once the chicken has marinated for at least 30 minutes in a pan heat up 2 tbsp of the oil on medium heat until hot
  3. Add the marinated chicken and cook on medium heat for 6-8 minutes
  4. As the chicken is cooking finely dice the onion and bell pepper then add into the pan and cook on medium heat for a further 4-5 minutes
  5. Finely dice the tomato then add into the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes
  6. Add the tomato purée and cook for a further 2-3 minutes on medium heat then set the mixture aside
  7. In a griddle pan heat up the remaining oil on medium heat until hot – ensure that you spread the oil all over the pan
  8. Reduce the heat to low and add a single tortilla then top with mozzarella cheese
  9. Add the chicken mixture on top then top with the remaining cheese and cover with another tortilla
  10. Increase heat to medium and cook for 3-4 minutes on one side
  11. Baste the top of the tortilla and flip over then cook for another 3-4 minutes
  12. Serve alongside a dip of homemade salsa, a side of yellow rice and enjoy!

Notes

  • The nutritional information provided is for general guidance and should not be considered exact.

Nutrition Information

Calories 272kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Trans Fat 0.1g (5%) Cholesterol 43mg (14%) Sodium 603mg (25%) Potassium 256mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 1111IU (22%) Vitamin C 32mg (36%) Vitamin D 0.1µg (1%) Calcium 124mg (12%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 272

% Daily Value*

Calories 272kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 43mg 14%
Sodium 603mg 25%
Potassium 256mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 1111IU 22%
Vitamin C 32mg 36%
Vitamin D 0.1µg 1%
Calcium 124mg 12%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.