Quesadillas

Deliciously cheesy quesadillas filled with savory ingredients, perfect for a quick meal or snack.

NewPublished Mar 12, 2026
Prep Time20 min
Cook Time30 min
Total50 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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Plate of cheesy chicken quesadillas with salsa and sour cream.

Ingredients

Servings4

Yields 4 servings

  • (4) large flour tortillas
  • (2 cups) shredded cheddar cheese
  • (1 cup) cooked chicken, shredded
  • (1/2 cups) bell peppers, diced
  • (1/2 cups) onion, diced
  • (1 tablespoon) olive oil
  • (1 teaspoon) ground cumin
  • (1 teaspoon) chili powder
  • (1/2 teaspoons) salt
  • (1/4 teaspoons) black pepper
  • (1/4 cups) fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • (1/2 cups) salsa (for serving)
  • (1/2 cups) sour cream (for serving)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 1/2 cup diced onion and 1/2 cup diced bell peppers to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Stir in 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    In a large bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with 1 cup shredded chicken and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.

  5. 5

    Place a tortilla in the skillet over medium heat. Spoon 1/4 of the chicken and cheese mixture onto half of the tortilla.

  6. 6

    Fold the tortilla over to cover the filling. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

  7. 7

    Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling mixture.

  8. 8

    Serve hot with salsa and sour cream on the side.

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