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Chicken Quesadilla Supreme

Savor the Perfect Balance of Flavors in this Chicken Quesadilla Supreme

4servings
30 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Chicken Quesadilla Supreme

About this recipe

Indulge in the delectable taste of our Chicken Quesadilla Supreme, a modern twist on a classic favorite. Combining succulent chicken, melted cheese, and fresh vegetables, this quesadilla is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Enhanced with a touch of avocado and served with tangy salsa and creamy sour cream, it's sure to delight your taste buds.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • 1 avocado, sliced

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add shredded chicken, red bell pepper, and onion to the skillet; sauté until vegetables are soft, about 4-5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Mix in tomatoes and cilantro; cook for another 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Combine cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses in a bowl.

  5. 5

    Place a tortilla on a clean work surface; spread 1/4 of the chicken mixture over half of each tortilla. Sprinkle cheese mixture on top.

  6. 6

    Fold the other half of the tortilla over the filling.

  7. 7

    Cook each quesadilla in the skillet, 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cheese is melted.

  8. 8

    Cut into wedges and serve with sour cream, salsa, and avocado slices.

Chef's tip

This recipe can be easily adapted for vegetarians by substituting the chicken with beans or sautéed mushrooms.

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