Grilled Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Grilled Chicken Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1 bunch fresh cilantro; 3 -4 skinless chicken breast halves; 1 bunch green onion; chili powder; cooking spray; flour tortilla; salt; sour cream; salsa

Servings: persons

1
Remove skin from chicken breasts.
2
Place in boiling water with 2-3 teaspoons of chile powder.
3
Boil until no longer pink, remove from water and let cool.
4
Once cool, remove from bone and place in food processor.
5
Add cilantro, green onion, salt in with chicken.
6
Sprinkle with chile powder to taste.
7
Pulse until mixture is pretty fairly ground up.
8
Place in large bowl and add cheese.
9
Stir to combine well.
10
Heat a large frying pan.
11
Spay one tortilla with nonstick spray.
12
Place in pan.
13
Layer chicken mixture onto tortilla and top with another.
14
spray the top of that one.
15
Once the underside is a golden brown, carefully flip with a large spatula.
16
Remove from heat and use a pizza cutter to cut into triangles.
17
Place in a warm oven until you have used all the ingredients.
18
Serve with salsa and sour crem.

595

kcal

Calories

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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: 16 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1 bunch fresh cilantro, 3 -4 skinless chicken breast halves, 1 bunch green onion, and more.

Yes, Grilled 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!

Grilled Chicken Quesadillas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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