Chicken and Mushroom Quesadillas

Gluten Free
Very Healthy
Health score
59%
Chicken and Mushroom Quesadillas
45 min.
12
1943kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a deliciously satisfying dish? Look no further than these Chicken and Mushroom Quesadillas! Perfectly crafted for those who appreciate a gluten-free option, this recipe combines the earthy flavors of shiitake and button mushrooms with tender shredded chicken, all enveloped in warm, crispy corn tortillas. With a health score of 59, these quesadillas are not only a treat for your taste buds but also a nutritious choice for your meals.

Imagine biting into a golden-brown quesadilla, where the gooey Monterey Jack cheese melts into a savory filling, enhanced by the aromatic blend of garlic, chili powder, and fresh cilantro. This dish is versatile enough to serve as a hearty main course for lunch or dinner, making it a fantastic option for gatherings or family meals. With a total of 12 servings, you can easily share this delightful recipe with friends and loved ones.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these scrumptious quesadillas that are sure to impress. Whether you’re grilling them on a barbecue or cooking them on a stovetop, the result is a crispy, cheesy delight that will have everyone coming back for seconds. So gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • ounces mushrooms sliced
  • 2.5 teaspoons chili powder 
  • 80 2-inch corn tortillas 
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • ounces mushroom caps fresh stemmed sliced
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 2.5 cups monterrey jack cheese grated
  • 12 servings olive oil 
  • 0.7 cup onion finely chopped
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • 1.5 cups chicken shredded cooked

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • grill

Directions

  1. Melt butter in large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chili powder, garlic and oregano. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add shiitake and button mushrooms and sauté until tender, about 10 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat.
  5. Mix in chicken, onion and cilantro. Cool 10 minutes.
  6. Mix in cheese. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)
  7. Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Lightly brush oil on 1 side of 8 tortillas.
  8. Place tortillas, oil side down, on large baking sheet. Divide chicken mixture among tortillas, spreading to even thickness. Top with remaining 8 tortillas; press, then brush with oil. Grill quesadillas until heated through and golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
  9. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1943kcal
Protein10.77%
Fat21.43%
Carbs67.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.79
Glycemic Load
147.47
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
49.102174064387%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.45mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
2.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1942.81kcal
97.14%
Fat:47.95g
73.77%
Saturated Fat:12.64g
79%
Carbohydrates:341.41g
113.8%
Net Carbohydrates:292.81g
106.47%
Sugar:7.64g
8.49%
Cholesterol:44.24mg
14.75%
Sodium:535.91mg
23.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:54.22g
108.44%
Phosphorus:2549.42mg
254.94%
Fiber:48.6g
194.4%
Magnesium:562.27mg
140.57%
Manganese:2.55mg
127.32%
Vitamin B6:1.82mg
91.02%
Calcium:802.35mg
80.24%
Selenium:55.76µg
79.65%
Zinc:11.12mg
74.16%
Vitamin B3:13.59mg
67.93%
Copper:1.24mg
62.13%
Iron:10.06mg
55.91%
Vitamin B1:0.74mg
49.65%
Potassium:1560.32mg
44.58%
Vitamin B2:0.68mg
40.01%
Vitamin E:4.52mg
30.12%
Vitamin B5:1.36mg
13.58%
Folate:48.58µg
12.15%
Vitamin K:12.25µg
11.66%
Vitamin A:478.18IU
9.56%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.3%
Vitamin C:1.14mg
1.38%
Vitamin D:0.2µg
1.32%
Source:Epicurious