This recipe for Chicken Quesadillas joins other Mexican favorites like Chicken Flautas, Chicken Tacos, Chicken Burritos, Chicken Enchiladas and Chicken Fajitas for must-have fiesta favorites!
HOW TO MAKE THE BEST CHICKEN QUESADILLAS
Chicken Quesadilla Ingredients
This chicken quesadilla recipe transforms ordinary, pantry friendly ingredients into extraordinary! Here’s everything you’ll need to make these unforgettable quesadillas (full recipe in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post):
How to Make Chicken Quesadillas
Making chicken quesadillas at home is quick and easy! The cheesy chicken filling can be loaded with any mixture of veggies you have on hand, so consider this more of a quesadilla-making method rather than a strict recipe you have to follow exactly as written (printable recipe card at the bottom of the post):
Step 1: Cook the Chicken
Step 2: Sauté the Vegetables
Step 3: Assemble the Quesadillas
Step 4: Cook the Quesadilla
Chicken:
This recipe uses freshly cooked seasoned chicken in the filling, but you may use any kind of meal prepped or leftover chicken you have on hand. Shredded rotisserie chicken would also work well in this recipe. Or, use one of the following favorite recipes:
Cheese:
I wouldn’t swap out the sharp cheddar as it adds loads of flavor, but you can swap the Monterey Jack for:
Beans & Vegetables:
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