Chicken-Olive Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Chicken-Olive Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped cooked chicken breast; 3 tablespoons sliced ripe olives; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese; 1 (4.5-ounce) can chopped green chiles, drained; Butter-flavored cooking spray; 4 (6-inch) corn tortillas {Check for Gluten}; Fresh salsa (optional) {Check for Gluten}; Reduced-fat sour cream (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Combine first 6 ingredients in a medium bowl.
2
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add 1 tortilla to pan. Spread about 1/2 cup chicken mixture on left half of tortilla; fold right side of tortilla over filling, pressing gently with a spatula. Place an additional tortilla in pan, overlapping first quesadilla. Spread about 1/2 cup chicken mixture on right half of tortilla; fold left side of tortilla over filling, pressing with spatula. (Folded sides of tortillas should meet in center of pan.) Cook 1 minute.
3
Coat quesadillas with cooking spray; turn quesadillas over, keeping folded sides together in center of pan. Cook 1 to 2 minutes or until golden and cheese melts. Remove from pan; cover and keep warm. Repeat procedure with cooking spray and remaining tortillas and filling. Serve immediately with salsa and sour cream, if desired.

196

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup chopped cooked chicken breast, 3 tablespoons sliced ripe olives, 1/4 teaspoon chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Chicken-Olive 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.

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Chicken-Olive Quesadillas

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Variations & substitutions

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