Description
Crunchy wheat tortillas filled with spiced shredded chicken, melted cheese, and colorful bell peppers. This Tex-Mex classic combines gooey dairy and aromatic spices for a quick, family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups Mexican cheese blend (cheddar or mozzarella)
8 wheat tortillas
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1/2 cup diced bell peppers (red and green)
1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
Preheat skillet over medium heat
Add 1 tortilla and spread 1/4 cup cheese in center
Layer 1/2 cup chicken over cheese
Sprinkle 1/4 tsp taco seasoning
Top with 1/2 cup chicken and 1/4 cup cheese
Add diced peppers
Fold tortilla in half
Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden
Notes
Use double-sided cheese layering for structural integrity
Add butter to skillet for richer crust
Let sit 1 minute before flipping
Serve with lime or cilantro if desired
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Poulet Faciles pour le Dîner
- Method: Grilling/Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 quesadillas
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg