Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or your favorite blend)
– ½ cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
– ½ cup onion, diced
– 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
– 8 large flour tortillas
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Cooking spray (for baking)
– Salsa (for serving, optional)
– Sour cream (for serving, optional)
– Fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Creating delicious Baked Chicken Quesadillas is simple when you follow these steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray it with cooking spray.
2. Mix Filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheese, bell peppers, onion, and taco seasoning. Mix until well combined.
3. Assemble Quesadillas: Place a tortilla on a clean surface. Spoon a portion of the chicken mixture onto half of the tortilla, leaving some space around the edges. Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
4. Prepare for Baking: Place the filled tortilla on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
5. Brush with Olive Oil: Lightly brush the tops of the quesadillas with olive oil to help them crisp up while baking.
6. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy.
7. Flip Halfway: For extra crispiness, carefully flip the quesadillas halfway through the baking time.
8. Cool Slightly: Once done, remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before slicing.
9. Slice and Serve: Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice the quesadillas into wedges.
By following these steps, you’ll create perfect Baked Chicken Quesadillas that are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 quesadillas
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g