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Chipotle Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

Chipotle Chicken Quesadillas Recipe


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4.9 from 27 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Chipotle Chicken Quesadillas are the perfect blend of spicy, cheesy, and savory flavors. Packed with tender chicken, smoky chipotle peppers, and gooey cheese, they are a crowd-pleasing meal that’s easy to make.


Ingredients

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Chicken Mixture:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded)
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup green onions (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

Additional Ingredients:

  • 8 medium flour tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil
  • sour cream, salsa, or guacamole for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, cheeses, green onions, and cilantro.
  2. Assemble the Quesadillas: Divide the chicken mixture onto half of each tortilla. Fold the tortillas over to enclose the filling.
  3. Cook the Quesadillas: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add butter or oil. Cook each quesadilla for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and cheese is melted.
  4. Serve: Let cool slightly, then cut into wedges. Serve warm with optional sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Notes

  • Adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of chipotle peppers used.
  • Perfect for meal prep and reheats well in a skillet or oven.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg