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Chicken Avocado Quesadillas Recipe

Chicken Avocado Quesadillas Recipe
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Delicious and easy Chicken Avocado Quesadillas recipe that combines tender chicken, creamy avocado, and gooey cheese in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tsp olive oil, divided

For the Filling:

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped (about ½ cup)
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • ½ cup diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp fajita or taco seasoning

Additional Ingredients:

  • 4 medium flour tortillas
  • 1 avocado, pitted and sliced
  • 4 tsp low-fat sour cream
  • ½ cup shredded low-fat mozzarella, Mexican blend, or cheddar cheese
  • Fresh lime juice and minced cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large, heavy-duty pan over high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan, then cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Remove from the pan and let rest before dicing.
  2. Prepare the Filling: In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the diced tomatoes and fajita seasoning, cooking for another 2 minutes. Dice the cooked chicken and return it to the pan, stirring until fully combined.
  3. Assemble the Quesadillas: Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a clean pan over medium heat. Place two tortillas in the pan and spread 1 teaspoon of sour cream on one side of each tortilla. Top with shredded cheese, sliced avocado, chicken mixture, a squeeze of lime, and a sprinkle of minced cilantro. Fold the tortillas in half to form a half-moon shape. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the tortillas are crispy and golden, and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining tortillas to make two more quesadillas.
  4. Serve & Enjoy: Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve immediately with lime wedges, sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Notes

  • You can customize the filling with your favorite ingredients like jalapeños, black beans, or corn.
  • For extra crunch, add a layer of crushed tortilla chips inside the quesadillas.

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Keywords: Chicken Avocado Quesadillas, Quesadilla Recipe, Mexican Food, Easy Dinner Recipe

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