Baked Chicken Quesadillas
These Baked Chicken Quesadillas are crispy, cheesy, and loaded with tender chicken and flavorful seasonings. Baked to golden perfection, they make a delicious and easy meal or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 quesadillas 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, salsa, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Lay out the tortillas and evenly divide the filling on one half of each tortilla. Fold the tortillas in half to form a half-moon shape.
- Place the quesadillas on the prepared baking sheet and lightly brush the tops with olive oil or melted butter.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, then flip and bake for another 5–7 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then slice and serve with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
- Add sautéed onions, peppers, or beans for extra flavor and texture.
- Can be made ahead and frozen before baking for a quick meal later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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