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Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla

Homemade Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla Ready in 25 Minutes

Enjoy a quick, tasty Homemade Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla made in just 25 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 quesadillas
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadilla
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Can substitute with steak, shrimp, or pulled pork for variety.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Use a cheese blend or pepper jack for extra spice.
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese Omit for a dairy-free version or use vegan cheese.
  • 2 pieces Flour Tortillas Warm them before use to prevent tearing.
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Sauce Salsa can also be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Use less or a non-stick spray for a lighter option.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla
  1. Begin by heating a skillet over medium heat. Add the two chicken breasts and cook for about 7-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are no longer pink in the center. Cover the skillet to keep them juicy. Once cooked, let them rest for a few minutes, then shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In the same skillet, lower the heat slightly and warm the flour tortillas one at a time for about 10-15 seconds on each side to prevent tearing and make them more pliable.
  3. On one half of each warmed tortilla, lay down a generous amount of shredded chicken, followed by the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Drizzle about a tablespoon of taco sauce over the cheese. Carefully fold the other half of the tortilla over the filling.
  4. With a clean skillet over medium heat, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil, swirling to coat the bottom. Place the folded quesadilla into the skillet and cook for approximately 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
  5. Carefully use a spatula to flip the quesadilla and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is golden brown.
  6. Once fully cooked, remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it rest for a minute. Cut it into wedges and serve hot with your choice of sides, like salsa or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Always let the cooked chicken rest before shredding for a juicy quesadilla. Don't skip warming the tortillas to prevent tearing.

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