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No Red Meat Quesadillas

Made with golden toasted tortillas stuffed with seasoned chicken,colourful vegetables, and melted cheese, these quesadillas deliver all the boldTex-Mex flavours you love without using beef, pork, or other red meats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 medium flour tortillas
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish optional
  • Salsa sour cream, or guacamole for serving

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and bell peppers, cooking for 4–5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in cooked chicken, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through and well seasoned. Remove from heat.
  3. Place one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle a layer of cheddar and mozzarella cheese over half the tortilla.
  4. Spoon some chicken and vegetable mixture over the cheese, then top with a little more cheese. Fold tortilla in half.
  5. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
  6. Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook each quesadilla for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, and cheese is fully melted.
  7. Remove from skillet and let cool slightly before slicing into wedges.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

Notes

Chef’s Tips
  • Rotisserie chicken works great for saving time and adding extra flavour.
  • Use whole wheat tortillas for a slightly healthier version.
  • Don’t overfill the quesadillas or they may spill while cooking.
  • Cook on medium heat to ensure crispy tortillas without burning before cheese melts.
  • Add black beans, corn, or jalapeños for extra texture and flavour.