Gf Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Gf Chicken Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1 1/2 cups green bell peppers, chopped; 1 cup purple onion, minced; 2 teaspoons cumin; 2 cups chicken breasts; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes, drained; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper; 8 (8 inch) fat free tortillas; 3/4 cup reduced-fat monterey jack cheese, shredded; butter-flavored cooking spray; fresh cilantro stem (optional)

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups green bell peppers, chopped
1 cup purple onion, minced
2 teaspoons cumin
2 cups chicken breasts
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
8 (8 inch) fat free tortillas
3/4 cup reduced-fat monterey jack cheese, shredded
butter-flavored cooking spray
fresh cilantro stem (optional)

1
Place oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
2
Add chopped pepper and onion; cook 3 minutes, stirring often. Add cumin, and cook 1 minute, stirring often.
3
Add chicken and tomato; cook 3 minutes, stirring often. Stir in minced cilantro, salt, and ground pepper.
4
Place about 1/2 cup chicken mixture on half of each tortilla. Sprinkle cheese evenly over chicken mixture on tortillas; fold tortillas in half.
5
Grill folded tortillas until cheese is melted and outsides are lightly browned. Set aside, and keep warm. Repeat procedure with remaining tortillas.
6
Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired. Serve immediately.

364

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* 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.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, 1 1/2 cups green bell peppers, chopped, 1 cup purple onion, minced, 2 teaspoons cumin, and more.

Yes, Gf 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gf Chicken Quesadillas

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Variations & substitutions

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