Classic Chicken Quesadilla Recipe
A quick and easy chicken quesadilla recipe, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch. Packed with cheese and tender chicken.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 servings
Ingredients
- ✓2 large flour tortillas
- ✓1 cup cooked, shredded chicken
- ✓1.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese
- ✓2 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional)
- ✓1/4 cup diced red onion (optional)
- ✓Sour cream and salsa for serving
Instructions
- 1
Preheat a large skillet or a dedicated quesadilla maker over medium heat.
- 2
Lay one tortilla flat. Sprinkle half of the cheese, chicken, cilantro, and onion over one half of the tortilla.
- 3
Fold the other half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
- 4
Carefully place the quesadilla in the hot skillet or quesadilla maker.
- 5
Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until the tortilla is golden brown, crispy, and the cheese is thoroughly melted.
- 6
Remove from heat, let it rest for a minute, then slice into wedges. Serve immediately with sour cream and salsa.