Pioneer Woman Chicken Quesadillas

This easy Pioneer Woman Chicken Quesadillas recipe is a quick and delicious meal that’s perfect for busy nights. Packed with creamy cheese, tender chicken, and sautéed veggies, you can easily customize it with common ingredients you have on hand. Enjoy a hot, satisfying dish that everyone will love!

Ingredients Needed:

• 3 whole boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
• 2 tablespoons taco or Tex-Mex seasoning
• Vegetable or olive oil (for frying)
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 large bell pepper (any color), sliced
• 12 small flour tortillas (fajita size)
• 2 1/2 cups grated Cheddar-Jack cheese (or straight Jack)
• Hot sauce (like Cholula), for serving
• Butter (for frying)
• Salsa, for serving
• Sour cream, for serving
• Cilantro, for serving
• Jalapeño slices, for serving

How To Cook Chicken Quesadillas:

1. Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable or olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Sprinkle taco seasoning on both sides of the chicken breasts. Add the chicken to the skillet and sauté over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it cool slightly, then dice into cubes. Set aside.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the chopped onions and sliced bell peppers. Cook until the veggies are golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. Assemble the Quesadillas: In a separate skillet or on a griddle, melt 1/2 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Place a flour tortilla in the skillet. On one half of the tortilla, layer a generous amount of grated cheese, then add the diced chicken and sautéed veggies. Top with a little more cheese and fold the tortilla over.
4. Cook the Quesadillas: When the bottom tortilla is golden brown, carefully flip the quesadilla to the other side. Add another 1/2 tablespoon of butter to the skillet at the same time. Continue cooking until the second side is golden.
5. Serve: Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling. Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve warm with salsa, sour cream, jalapeño slices, and cilantro.

Recipe Tips

• Use Fresh Ingredients: Always use fresh vegetables and good-quality chicken for the best flavor and texture in your quesadillas. Fresh ingredients make a big difference!
• Don’t Overstuff: When filling your tortillas, avoid overstuffing them. Too much filling can make it hard to flip and cook the quesadilla evenly.
• Cook on Medium Heat: Keep the heat at medium when cooking the quesadillas. This helps them get crispy without burning the tortillas.
• Let the Chicken Rest: After cooking the chicken, let it rest for a few minutes before dicing. This keeps the juices in, making the chicken more tender.
• Customize Your Cheese: Experiment with different cheeses, like pepper jack or mozzarella, to add unique flavors to your quesadillas. Mixing cheeses can create a tasty surprise!

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Put leftover chicken quesadillas in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: To freeze, wrap leftover chicken quesadillas well in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer bag. They can stay frozen for up to 2 months. When you want to eat them, thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating in a skillet or microwave until hot.
• Reheating: Reheat leftover chicken quesadillas in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy. Or microwave for 30-60 seconds, flipping halfway, until hot.
  

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (approximately 273g)

• Calories: 723
• Total Fat: 35g
• Saturated Fat: 19g
• Cholesterol: 139mg
• Sodium: 1407mg
• Potassium: 0mg (not specified)
• Total Carbohydrate: 49g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugars: 0g
• Protein: 52g

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