Healthy Baked Chicken Quesadilla
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Healthy Baked Chicken Quesadilla, a perfect solution for busy weeknights. In just 31 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that’s not only quick and easy to prepare but also packed with nutritious ingredients. With tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and gooey cheese all nestled between crisp flour tortillas, this dish is ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings. Plus, it’s easily customizable — feel free to swap in your favorite veggies or adjust the spices to suit your taste. Enjoy each bite knowing you’re treating yourself to a wholesome meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 400 g chicken (cut into small pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese (your choice)
- 1/2 small onion (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- Spices: cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and spices; cook until fully done (5–7 minutes). Remove from heat.
- In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sauté onions until soft (about 3 minutes). Add garlic and bell peppers; cook until tender.
- On one half of each tortilla, layer chicken filling followed by sautéed veggies and cheese. Fold tortillas in half.
- Spray baking sheet with olive oil spray and arrange quesadillas on it. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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