Description
These Chicken Avocado Quesadillas are a delicious and satisfying meal that combines tender chicken, creamy avocado, melted cheese, and flavorful veggies in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tsp olive oil, divided
Filling:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped (about ½ cup)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp fajita or taco seasoning
Additional Ingredients:
- 4 medium flour tortillas
- 1 avocado, pitted and sliced
- 4 tsp low-fat sour cream
- ½ cup shredded low-fat mozzarella, Mexican blend, or cheddar cheese
- Fresh lime juice and minced cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large, heavy-duty pan over high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan, then cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Remove from the pan and let rest before dicing.
- Prepare the Filling: In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the diced tomatoes and fajita seasoning, cooking for another 2 minutes. Dice the cooked chicken and return it to the pan, stirring until fully combined.
- Assemble the Quesadillas: Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a clean pan over medium heat. Place two tortillas in the pan and spread 1 teaspoon of sour cream on one side of each tortilla. Top with shredded cheese, sliced avocado, chicken mixture, a squeeze of lime, and a sprinkle of minced cilantro. Fold the tortillas in half to form a half-moon shape. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the tortillas are crispy and golden, and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining tortillas to make two more quesadillas.
- Serve & Enjoy: Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve immediately with lime wedges, sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
Notes
- For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper to the filling.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or additional toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Chicken Avocado Quesadillas, Mexican, Easy Dinner Recipe
