A delightful dish that brings together gooey cheese and tender chicken in a warm tortilla, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
4 large tortillas (flour or corn)
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
1 teaspoon taco seasoning (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Cilantro lime chicken, diced, for garnish
Creamy salsa dip or homemade quesadilla sauce
Shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes
Guacamole or sour cream (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the chicken: Cook your chicken (grill, bake, or poach), shred it, and season with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the quesadillas: Lay one tortilla flat, add ½ cup of shredded chicken and ¼ cup of cheddar cheese on half, then fold the tortilla.
Cook the quesadillas: Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet, cook the folded quesadilla for 3-4 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
Slice and serve: Remove from skillet, let cool for a minute, slice into wedges, and serve with dipping sauces or toppings.
