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Crispy whole wheat quesadillas filled with shredded chicken, melted cheese, and colorful bell peppers on a serving plate.

Healthy Chicken Quesadillas

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked shredded skinless chicken breast
  • 4 large whole wheat tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded low-fat Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup finely diced bell peppers
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ground cumin, chili powder, diced bell peppers, and red onion until well mixed.
  2. Lightly brush one side of each tortilla with a small amount of olive oil using a pastry brush.
  3. Place one tortilla, oiled-side down, in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  4. Spread one quarter of the chicken and vegetable mixture and one quarter of the cheese over one half of the tortilla.
  5. Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling, creating a semi-circle.
  6. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crisp, then flip carefully and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
  7. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  8. Remove from the skillet, allow to rest for one minute, then slice into three wedges and garnish with fresh cilantro.