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Sheet Pan Quesadilla

An easy sheet pan quesadilla recipe made from juicy chicken, cheese, and veggies, all baked together in one pan for a delicious meal.

Prep Time
13 mins
Cook Time
13 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 264 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced in half lengthwise
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 8 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
  • 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • For serving: Sour cream, guacamole, salsa, pico de gallo

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, ancho chili powder, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, paprika, and black pepper.
  3. Sprinkle the seasoning blend all over the chicken breast.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breast to the skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side until the chicken is fully cooked through and the internal temperature reads 165 degrees F on a thermometer. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board to rest.
  5. While the chicken is resting, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Stir in the onion and bell pepper, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  6. Chop the cooked chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces, then stir them into the skillet with the peppers and onions.
  7. Assemble the quesadilla by placing 6 of the flour tortillas around the edges of the sheet pan, with the tortillas hanging halfway over the edge of the pan, leaving a gap in the center. Place 1 flour tortilla in the center gap.
  8. Evenly spread 1 cup of the shredded cheese over the tortillas, followed by a layer of the chicken and veggies, and another layer of the remaining 2 cups of shredded cheese.
  9. Place the last tortilla in the center of the mixture. Carefully begin folding the tortillas that are hanging over the edge of the pan, towards the middle. Generously brush the melted butter all over the top of the tortillas.
  10. Place a second sheet pan on top of the folded tortillas and press down a bit to hold the tortillas in place. Transfer the stacked baking sheets to the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
  11. Remove the top sheet pan and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the top is golden brown.
  12. Remove it from the oven and allow the quesadilla to cool slightly before cutting it into 12 servings. Serve with sour cream, salsa, pico de gallo, or guacamole if desired.

Notes

  • Chicken: Boneless skinless chicken thighs also work in this recipe. To save some time, you could use a store-bought rotisserie chicken and shred it at home.
  • Vegetarian option: Replace the chicken with 1 can of black beans and 1 can of yellow corn for a vegetarian version.
  • Storing: Store this quesadilla in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove, in the oven, or air fryer to crisp up the tortillas.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 264kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 57mg (19%) Sodium 591mg (25%) Potassium 224mg (6%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 763IU (15%) Vitamin C 14mg (16%) Calcium 235mg (24%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 264

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 264kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 57mg 19%
Sodium 591mg 25%
Potassium 224mg 5%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 763IU 15%
Vitamin C 14mg 16%
Calcium 235mg 24%
Iron 1mg 6%

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