Description
Discover the joy of making a Healthy Baked Chicken Quesadilla, a delightful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This recipe features tender, seasoned chicken paired with vibrant vegetables and gooey cheese, all wrapped in crispy tortillas. Ready in under 30 minutes, these quesadillas are not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With a focus on health, you can enjoy a guilt-free dish that delights the entire family—even the picky eaters! Whether served with fresh guacamole or zesty salsa, this wholesome chicken quesadilla is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400 g chicken (cut into small pieces)
- 1/2 small onion (diced)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 4 flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Olive oil and spices
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces and seasonings; cook until chicken is fully cooked.
- Stir in bell peppers and sauté until tender.
- Assemble quesadillas by placing the filling on half of each tortilla, topping with cheese, and folding over.
- Bake on a baking sheet for about 8 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg