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Cheesy Chicken Quesadillas

Golden, crisp tortillas filled with gooey cheese and juicy chicken — a five-ingredient dinner that’s quick, easy, and picky-eater approved.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: easy chicken dinner, quick and easy, quick chicken recipes
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • Large skillet or griddle
  • Spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or chopped
  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons butter or oil for the skillet
  • salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for serving optional

Instructions

  • Mix Filling: Combine shredded chicken and cheese in a bowl.
  • Assemble: Place filling on one half of each tortilla, fold over.
  • Cook: Heat a skillet over medium. Add butter or oil. Cook quesadillas 2–3 minutes per side until golden and melty.
  • Serve: Slice into wedges and serve with optional dips.

Notes

Storage & Reheating: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Use a skillet or toaster oven when reheating for best results.
Top Tips: Don’t overfill to keep tortillas from breaking. Press gently with a spatula while cooking. Use medium heat to melt cheese without burning the outside.