Description
These Chicken and Avocado Quesadillas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Loaded with shredded chicken, creamy avocado, and melted cheese, they are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Avocado Quesadillas:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced or mashed
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter for cooking
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the cooked chicken, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Lay out the tortillas and spread an even layer of chicken mixture on half of each tortilla.
- Add slices or mashed avocado and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Fold the tortillas in half over the filling.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with olive oil or butter. Cook the quesadillas one at a time, pressing gently, for 2–3 minutes per side or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the pan and let cool slightly before slicing into wedges. Serve warm with salsa, sour cream, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
- Add sliced jalapeños or a pinch of chili flakes if you like it spicy.
- Corn tortillas can be used for a gluten-free version, though they may be more delicate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
