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Chicken Quesadillas

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Chicken Quesadillas

Yield4
Prep20 min
Cook30 min
Total50 min

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4 steps

  1. 1

    Season 1 pound boneless chicken breasts with ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon chili powder, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium-high for 5–7 minutes per side, until browned and 165°F. Rest 5 minutes, then dice or shred.

  2. 2

    Wipe out the skillet and warm 1 teaspoon oil over medium. Add 1 diced bell pepper and ½ diced onion; cook 4–5 minutes, until tender and lightly browned. Stir in the chicken and 2 tablespoons salsa, then turn off the heat.

  3. 3

    Lay 4 large flour tortillas on a board. Cover half of each with ¾ cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar, the chicken mixture, and another small handful of cheese. Fold the empty half over and press lightly.

  4. 4

    Cook the quesadillas in a dry skillet over medium for 2–3 minutes per side, until the tortilla is golden and the cheese pulls when cut. Rest 1 minute, then slice into wedges and serve with sour cream or salsa.

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