Description
Crispy, cheesy, and packed with garlicky goodness, these Cheesy Garlic Chicken Quesadillas are the ultimate comfort food! Perfectly seasoned chicken, a rich blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheese, and a creamy garlic sauce come together in a golden-brown tortilla for an unforgettable bite. Whether for a quick lunch, a casual dinner, or a shareable appetizer, these quesadillas will become a go-to favorite. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces and enjoy!
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- ½ cup creamy garlic sauce
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for 6–8 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Quesadillas
- Spread a layer of creamy garlic sauce on one side of each tortilla.
- Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese over half of each tortilla.
- Add a generous portion of the cooked chicken on top of the cheese.
- Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
- Cook the Quesadillas
- Heat a clean skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with olive oil.
- Place each quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Garnish and Serve
- Slice into wedges and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve with extra creamy garlic sauce, sour cream, or salsa for dipping.
Notes
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- For extra crunch, brush the tortillas lightly with olive oil or butter before cooking.
- Make it spicy by adding jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce inside the quesadilla.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet for the best texture.
- Freezing Option: Assemble quesadillas, freeze them individually, and cook straight from frozen, adding extra minutes to the cooking time.
- Air Fryer Alternative: Cook at 375°F for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway for even crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack / Main Course
- Method: Snack / Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican-American