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Golden brown rotisserie chicken quesadillas with melted cheese and crispy tortilla edges

Rotisserie Chicken Quesadillas

Quick and easy quesadillas made with tender rotisserie chicken, melty cheese, and your favorite toppings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tsp olive oil for cooking
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  2. Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and lightly brush with olive oil.
  3. Step 3: Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle 1/2 cup of cheese evenly over the tortilla.
  4. Step 4: Add 1/2 cup of the seasoned chicken mixture on top of the cheese.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle with diced red onion, bell peppers, and cilantro.
  6. Step 6: Top with another 1/2 cup of cheese and place a second tortilla on top.
  7. Step 7: Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden brown, then carefully flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  8. Step 8: Remove from the skillet, let cool for a minute, then slice into wedges. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
  9. Step 9: Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream on the side.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or jalapeƱos to the filling. You can also use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.