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Southwestern Chicken Quesadillas

Flavor-Packed Southwestern Chicken Quesadillas You’ll Crave

Delicious Southwestern Chicken Quesadillas that are customizable and ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or vegetable oil
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder can swap for fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or fresh onions
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika or chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin omit for milder taste
  • 4 pieces Flour Tortillas can use corn tortillas
  • 2 cups Chicken Breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup Guacamole store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Mexican Cheese (Shredded) any cheese blend like Cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup Corn fresh or canned
  • 1 cup Black Beans can substitute with pinto or refried beans
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro fresh herb garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice can swap for lemon juice
  • 1 cup Cilantro Lime Rice can use any flavored rice

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine bite-sized pieces of chicken breast with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cumin. Toss the chicken well and let it sit for about 5 minutes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and no longer pink.
  3. Take a flour tortilla and spread a generous layer of guacamole over one half. Top it with chicken, cilantro lime rice, black beans, corn, and a sprinkle of cheese. Squeeze lime juice and fold the tortilla in half.
  4. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and cook the folded quesadilla over medium heat for 3–4 minutes on each side, until crispy and golden brown.
  5. Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it sit for a minute before slicing in half. Garnish with extra cilantro and serve warm with salsa or additional guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overstuffing the tortillas to prevent sogginess. Use just enough oil for crispiness. Don’t skip lime juice for flavor. Shredded rotisserie chicken can speed up prep. Seasonal veggies can be added for nutrition.

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