Description

Taco Bell Chicken Quesadilla is a delightful comfort food that combines crispy tortillas with gooey cheese and seasoned chicken. This easy-to-make recipe brings bold flavors and cheesy goodness to your table, perfect for game nights or cozy evenings. With the option to customize ingredients, you can enjoy this scrumptious dish tailored to your taste.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
2 tbsp taco seasoning
2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
4 large flour tortillas
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup salsa verde

Instructions

Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.
Season chicken breasts with taco seasoning and cook in the skillet for 6-8 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F). Let rest before shredding.
Spread shredded cheese on half of each tortilla, layer shredded chicken on top, drizzle with sour cream and salsa verde, then fold.
Grill folded tortillas in the skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy and golden brown, pressing down gently as they cook.
Slice into wedges and serve warm with extra sour cream or salsa.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (about 200g)
Calories: 542
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 958mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 89mg

Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with sautéed bell peppers or mushrooms. Experiment with additional cheeses like pepper jack for an extra kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge; reheat in a skillet for best results.