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crispy homemade chicken quesadilla with melted cheese

Chicken Quesadilla

A quick and satisfying chicken quesadilla made with tortillas, seasoned chicken, and melted cheese cooked until crispy and golden. This easy skillet recipe delivers bold flavor in about 10 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights, lunches, or casual family meals.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • skillet
  • spatula
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil or butter.
  2. Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese over it.
  3. Toss the cooked chicken with paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Spread the seasoned chicken evenly over the tortilla.
  5. Sprinkle another layer of shredded cheese on top and place the second tortilla over the filling or fold the tortilla in half.
  6. Cook for about 2–3 minutes until the bottom becomes golden and crispy.
  7. Flip carefully and cook for another 2 minutes until the cheese fully melts and the tortilla becomes crisp.
  8. Remove from the skillet, slice into wedges, and serve warm with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

Notes

Use leftover grilled, roasted, or rotisserie chicken for faster preparation. Monterey Jack, cheddar, or Mexican blend cheeses melt best. Add sautéed peppers and onions for a fajita-style variation. Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for extra flavor.