Spicy Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Spicy Chicken Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 2 bay leaves; 3 cups chicken broth; 2 jalapeno peppers, halved; 1 onion, quartered; 3 garlic cloves, halved; 1 teaspoon chili powder; ½ cup salsa; 2 teaspoons cumin; 1 teaspoon hot sauce (add more if you like it hot) or 1 teaspoon taco sauce (add more if you like it hot); 6 burrito-size flour tortillas; ½ teaspoon extra virgin olive oil; 3 cups shredded monterey jack cheese

Servings: persons

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 bay leaves
3 cups chicken broth
2 jalapeno peppers, halved
1 onion, quartered
3 garlic cloves, halved
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ cup salsa
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon hot sauce (add more if you like it hot) or 1 teaspoon taco sauce (add more if you like it hot)
6 burrito-size flour tortillas
½ teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
3 cups shredded monterey jack cheese

1
In a pot, bring oregano, bay leaves, chicken broth, peppers, onion, and garlic to boil.
2
Add chicken, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for about 1/2 hour until chicken is cooked.
3
Be sure to submerge the chicken in soup base as completely as possible or occasionally turn the chicken in pot.
4
Remove chicken and place into a large bowl until it is cool enough to handle.
5
Meanwhile, combine chili powder, salsa, cumin, and hot sauce in a small bowl.
6
Shred chicken with two forks or with gloved hands (I find the latter easier to do).
7
Add the sauce mixture to the chicken and mix thoroughly (again, using a gloved hand works best).
8
Add 1-2 tablespoons of the soup base for flavor and to keep chicken moist.
9
Heat a fry pan or skillet with olive oil.
10
Heat a tortilla on one side for about a minute and flip over.
11
Place shredded chicken on half of the tortilla, evenly spreading it out.
12
Sprinkle cheese over it, evenly spreading it out, as little or as much as you want!
13
Fold tortilla over and press down.
14
Heat on one side for about 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted.
15
Then, flip on other side and repeat.

1507

kcal

Calories

Fat

148

Carbs

129

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.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 2 bay leaves, 3 cups chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Spicy 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!

Spicy Chicken Quesadillas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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