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Plate of crispy 15-minute chicken quesadillas cut into wedges, served with sour cream and lime

15-Minute Chicken Quesadillas

These quesadillas turn leftover chicken into a melty, golden dinner in about 15 minutes using a hot skillet and pantry basics.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas 8-10 inch
  • 2 tablespoons butter or oil
  • 1/3 cup diced onion or bell pepper optional
  • 1/4 cup salsa or diced green chiles optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Combine the shredded chicken with cumin, chili powder, salt, and the optional diced vegetables or chiles.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat with the butter or oil.
  3. Lay a tortilla flat in the skillet, layer cheese on one half, add the chicken mixture, top with more cheese, then fold the tortilla in half.
  4. Cook 2-3 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden and crispy.
  5. Let rest briefly before slicing into wedges. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
  6. Serve with sour cream, salsa, and lime wedges.