5 from 48 votes
The Ultimate Rotisserie Chicken Quesadillas
The Ultimate Rotisserie Chicken Quesadillas combine shredded rotisserie chicken with sautéed onions and bell peppers, seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder, layered with Mexican blend cheese and sliced avocado inside whole wheat tortillas. Cooked on a skillet until golden and melty, these quesadillas offer a balance of smoky, spicy, and creamy flavors with a crispy exterior and gooey interior. They serve as a filling and versatile meal or snack.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
413 kcal
Course:
Main Course, Appetizer
Cuisine:
American, Mexican
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- ½ onion red, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper or yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 6 ounces rotisserie chicken shredded or diced, about 1¼ cups
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 4 whole wheat tortillas
- 1 cup Mexican blend cheese shredded
- 1 avocado Hass variety, pitted and sliced
Optional toppings
- sour cream
- corn salsa
- cilantro
- salsa or Greek yogurt instead of sour cream
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add the olive oil. Add the onion and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly charred, about 7-8 minutes. Stir in the chicken, chili powder, cumin, garlic, and salt.
- Lay the tortillas out on a cutting board. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons shredded cheese on half of each tortilla. Spoon some of the chicken mixture on top. Place a few slices of avocado on top of the chicken and top with another 2 tablespoons cheese. Fold the tortillas in half over the filling and press down to flatten slightly.
- Spray a large skillet with olive oil spray and place two quesadillas in the skillet. Cook a few minutes on each side until the tortillas are toasted and cheese is melted. Remove to a plate and cook the remaining two quesadillas. Cut each quesadilla into three pieces and serve with desired toppings.
Cup of Yum
Notes
- Pairs well with sour cream, salsa, corn salsa, or cilantro as toppings or sides.
- Can be cooked in an air fryer as an alternative to the skillet method for convenience and crispiness.
Nutrition Information
Calories
413kcal
(21%)
Carbohydrates
39g
(13%)
Protein
30g
(60%)
Fat
25g
(38%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Cholesterol
72mg
(24%)
Sodium
923mg
(38%)
Potassium
513mg
(11%)
Fiber
27g
(108%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
441IU
(9%)
Vitamin C
61mg
(68%)
Calcium
252mg
(25%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 413
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 413kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 923mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 513mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 27g | 108% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 441IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 61mg | 68% |
| Calcium | 252mg | 25% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.