Carla's Bacon and Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Carla's Bacon and Chicken Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups shredded cooked chicken; 1 teaspoon cilantro; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pepper; 1 (4 ounce) can green chilies; 1 (4 ounce) jar roasted red peppers; 1 cup crumbled crispy bacon; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese; 12 (8 inch) flour tortillas; butter (for frying); sour cream (for dipping); guacamole (for dipping)

Servings: persons

2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 teaspoon cilantro
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies
1 (4 ounce) jar roasted red peppers
1 cup crumbled crispy bacon
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
12 (8 inch) flour tortillas
butter (for frying)
sour cream (for dipping)
guacamole (for dipping)

1
Combine chicken, spices, peppers and chilies in a ziploc bag.
2
Marinade for 2-4 hours.
3
Heat chicken mixture in skillet until most of the liquid is gone.
4
Fill tortillas evenly with chicken mixture, bacon and cheeses.
5
Fold in half and press gently flatten with hands.
6
Fry on medium heat in butter on both sides until golden brown.
7
Serve with sour cream and guacamole.

1855

kcal

Calories

Fat

231

Carbs

104

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups shredded cooked chicken, 1 teaspoon cilantro, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and more.

Yes, Carla's Bacon and Chicken Quesadillas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Carla's Bacon and Chicken Quesadillas

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