Description
Hearty cheesy garlic chicken quesadillas blend Mexican-inspired flavors with comforting cheese and savory chicken. Quick skillet preparation delivers a satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (473 ml) chicken breast, shredded (rotisserie chicken ideal)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsps (44 ml) butter, melted
- ¼ cup ranch or Caesar dressing (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Garlic Butter Preparation: Whisk melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and salt in a small bowl, creating an aromatic foundation for the quesadillas.
- Cheese and Chicken Assembly: Layer mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses on one half of the tortilla, then evenly distribute shredded chicken. Drizzle ranch or Caesar dressing for enhanced flavor.
- Quesadilla Folding: Fold the tortilla into a half-moon shape, pressing edges to seal the filling securely.
- Skillet Preparation: Heat skillet over medium temperature, establishing an optimal cooking surface for achieving crispy, golden exteriors.
- Garlic Butter Coating and Cooking: Brush exterior with garlic butter, place buttered side down in skillet. Apply additional butter to exposed side, cooking each side for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts and tortilla turns golden-brown.
- Serving: Remove from heat, slice into triangular wedges, and serve immediately with complementary dipping sauce for a delectable dining experience.
Notes
- Cheese Melting Tip: Layer different cheese types at room temperature for smoother, faster melting and more even coverage.
- Chicken Preparation Hack: Shred chicken while it’s still warm to ensure easier and more consistent texture throughout quesadillas.
- Crispy Technique: Press quesadillas gently with a spatula during cooking to create a compact, golden-brown exterior and help seal ingredients inside.
- Flavor Booster: Let garlic butter sit for 10-15 minutes before using to allow herbs and garlic to infuse more intensely, elevating overall taste profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg