Description
Cheesy Garlic Chicken Quesadillas deliver Mexican-inspired comfort with crispy tortillas packed with seasoned chicken and melted cheese. Garlic adds a bold flavor punch that elevates this quick weeknight meal into a crowd-pleasing favorite you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (rotisserie chicken is ideal)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Cooking and Serving Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- ¼ cup ranch or Caesar dressing (optional)
Instructions
- Craft a delectable garlic butter by whisking together melted butter (113 grams or ), freshly minced garlic, finely chopped parsley, and a delicate sprinkle of salt in a small mixing bowl, creating a fragrant and rich base for the quesadillas.
- Spread each tortilla flat on a clean surface, strategically layering mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses across one half of the tortilla, ensuring even distribution.
- Distribute shredded chicken generously over the cheese layer, optionally drizzling ranch or Caesar dressing for additional zest and moisture.
- Carefully fold the tortilla in half, forming a perfect half-moon shape, gently pressing the edges to seal in the savory filling and prevent ingredients from escaping during cooking.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat, creating an ideal cooking surface for achieving golden, crispy exteriors.
- Generously brush the exterior of each quesadilla with the prepared garlic butter, placing the buttered side down in the heated skillet.
- Apply additional garlic butter to the exposed side of the quesadilla, allowing both surfaces to develop a rich, golden-brown crust.
- Cook each side for approximately 2-3 minutes, monitoring closely to ensure the cheese melts completely and the tortilla achieves a beautiful, crisp texture.
- Remove from heat, slice into triangular wedges, and serve immediately with extra garlic butter or preferred dipping sauce for an indulgent culinary experience.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality cheeses for the most delicious and creamy quesadilla texture.
- Shred chicken in advance to make assembly faster and more convenient during cooking.
- Brush garlic butter generously on both sides for a rich, golden-brown crispy exterior.
- Use medium heat to ensure even cooking and prevent burning the tortillas.
- Keep extra dipping sauces like ranch or Caesar dressing nearby for added flavor variety.
- Allow quesadillas to rest for a minute after cooking to help cheese set and prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 456 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 612 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg