Chicken Quesadillas

Name: Chicken Quesadillas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Olive oil for cooking; ¾ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon dried oregano; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; 1 pound chicken tenderloins, tendons trimmed (see note), or boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1½ strips; 1 cup thick and chunky salsa, such as Chi-Chi's Medium; ½ cup water; 4 large burrito-size 10-inch flour tortillas; 3 cups shredded Mexican Blend or Monterey Jack cheese (see note); For Serving (optional):; Sour cream; Lime wedges

Prep 10m

Cook 35m

Total 45m

This Chicken Quesadilla recipe calls for tender, juicy chicken seasoned with paprika, garlic, oregano, and cumin, then cooked to perfection. The melted cheese and chunky salsa in a crispy tortilla create a mouthwatering meal. Top with sour cream and a squeeze of lime for a delicious flavor boost.

Quesadillas

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(Servings: 4)

Olive oil for cooking

½ teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon ground cumin

1 pound chicken tenderloins, tendons trimmed (see note), or boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1½ strips

1 cup thick and chunky salsa, such as Chi-Chi's Medium

4 large burrito-size 10-inch flour tortillas

3 cups shredded Mexican Blend or Monterey Jack cheese (see note)

Nutrition Facts

Calories

990kcal

49%
Fat

47g

2%
Saturated Fat

21g

1%
Carbohydrates

66g

3%
Fiber

4g

0%
Sugar

3g

0%
Protein

68g

3%
Cholesterol

169mg

8%
Sodium

1,511mg

75%

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

Chicken Quesadillas

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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