Chicken-Vegetable Quesadillas

Very Healthy
Health score
61%
Chicken-Vegetable Quesadillas
45 min.
4
909kcal

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Looking for a delicious and nutritious meal that comes together in just 45 minutes? Look no further than our Chicken-Vegetable Quesadillas! This flavorful dish is perfect for lunch, dinner, or any time you crave a satisfying main course. With a health score of 61, these quesadillas are not only tasty but also very healthy, making them a fantastic choice for those looking to enjoy guilt-free dining.

Imagine biting into a warm, crispy tortilla stuffed with tender, juicy chicken, vibrant roasted red bell peppers, and fresh asparagus, all brought together with a creamy goat cheese and herb spread. The combination of flavors from the fresh basil and pungent garlic sets these quesadillas apart, transforming everyday ingredients into a culinary delight. Plus, cooking them with just a touch of olive oil maintains their healthy profile while enhancing their taste.

Whether you're hosting friends or simply treating yourself to a comforting meal, these Chicken-Vegetable Quesadillas are sure to impress. Serve them with a side of your favorite salsa or a simple salad for an even more delightful experience. Don't miss out on the chance to savor this unique and wholesome recipe—your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • pound asparagus spears thin
  • 10-inch flour tortillas ()
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  •  garlic cloves pressed
  • 11 ounce goat cheese 
  • tablespoons green onions chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper divided
  • large bell peppers red
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt divided
  •  chicken breasts boneless skinless

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Place bell peppers on an aluminum foil-lined baking sheet.
  2. Bake at 500 for 20 minutes or until peppers look blistered, turning once.
  3. Place peppers in a heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag; seal and let stand 10 minutes to loosen skins. Peel peppers; remove and discard seeds. Slice peppers.
  4. Coat asparagus with vegetable cooking spray; bake at 400 for 15 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook chicken in a large, lightly greased nonstick skillet over medium heat until browned.
  6. Add lemon juice, and cook 5 minutes or until chicken is done. Slice.
  7. Stir together remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, mayonnaise, and next 3 ingredients.
  8. Spread mixture evenly on 4 tortillas.
  9. Layer with roasted bell pepper, asparagus, chicken, and goat cheese. Top with remaining 4 tortillas.
  10. Cook quesadillas in a large, lightly greased nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 2 minutes on each side or until browned.
  11. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories909kcal
Protein23.6%
Fat41.06%
Carbs35.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
78
Glycemic Load
23.8
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
52.503913008648%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.55mg
Hesperetin
1.63mg
Naringenin
0.16mg
Luteolin
0.5mg
Isorhamnetin
6.46mg
Kaempferol
1.64mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
16.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:908.99kcal
45.45%
Fat:41.46g
63.79%
Saturated Fat:17.83g
111.46%
Carbohydrates:80.29g
26.76%
Net Carbohydrates:71.05g
25.84%
Sugar:11.92g
13.24%
Cholesterol:114.06mg
38.02%
Sodium:1834.49mg
79.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:53.63g
107.26%
Vitamin C:118.41mg
143.53%
Selenium:72.84µg
104.05%
Vitamin B3:20.28mg
101.39%
Vitamin K:100.67µg
95.87%
Vitamin A:4410.64IU
88.21%
Phosphorus:814.33mg
81.43%
Vitamin B6:1.5mg
74.81%
Vitamin B1:1.05mg
69.82%
Folate:248.48µg
62.12%
Vitamin B2:1.04mg
61.41%
Manganese:1.15mg
57.27%
Iron:9.96mg
55.33%
Copper:1mg
49.89%
Fiber:9.24g
36.97%
Calcium:363.65mg
36.36%
Potassium:1053.42mg
30.1%
Vitamin B5:3mg
29.98%
Magnesium:101.87mg
25.47%
Vitamin E:3.44mg
22.96%
Zinc:3.01mg
20.05%
Vitamin B12:0.39µg
6.52%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%
Source:My Recipes