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Bird's-eye view of two triangular quesadilla halves on a dark surface, filled with chicken, bell pepper, onion, jalapeno, and melted cheese.

Chicken Quesadillas

Quick chicken quesadillas with bell pepper, onion, and melted cheese in crispy flour tortillas, ready in 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 440
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper any color
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1 medium jalapeno diced (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 2 cups shredded melting cheese
  • 4 medium flour tortillas

Method
 

  1. Cook Chicken Mixture:

    Chop chicken breasts into small uniform cubes. In a large heavy skillet, warm oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and taco seasoning; cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Incorporate bell pepper, onion, and garlic; continue cooking for another 5 minutes until chicken is fully cooked. Transfer mixture to a plate and set aside.

  2. Assemble Quesadillas:

    In the same skillet, add 1/2 teaspoon oil and place one tortilla. Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese, then add 1/4 of the chicken mixture, and top with more cheese. Fold the tortilla in half. Cook until each side is golden and crispy. Remove and repeat with remaining tortillas.

  3. Cut and Serve:

    For serving: cut each folded tortilla into halves or thirds and accompany with sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or your preferred dipping sauce.