Enchilada Quesadillas

Health score
12%
Enchilada Quesadillas
20 min.
4
544kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a delightful twist on a classic favorite? Introducing Enchilada Quesadillas, a scrumptious fusion that combines the bold flavors of enchiladas with the crispy, cheesy goodness of quesadillas. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 20 minutes—but also incredibly satisfying.

Imagine biting into a warm, golden-brown tortilla filled with tender southwestern-seasoned chicken, vibrant roasted red bell peppers, and a luscious blend of melted Colby-Monterey Jack cheese. Each quesadilla is generously brushed with zesty enchilada sauce, adding a rich depth of flavor that will have your taste buds dancing. And let’s not forget the finishing touch: a side of thick and chunky salsa that brings a refreshing contrast to the warm, cheesy filling.

With just a handful of ingredients and minimal cooking time, these Enchilada Quesadillas are perfect for serving up to four people, making them an ideal choice for family meals or entertaining friends. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, you can indulge without the guilt. So grab your frying pan and get ready to impress with this mouthwatering dish that’s sure to become a new favorite!

Ingredients

  • oz chicken tenderloins frozen thawed cooked coarsely chopped
  • 0.3 cup roasted peppers red drained chopped (from 7-oz jar)
  • 0.3 cup cream sour
  • 11 oz flour tortilla for burritos (8 count
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 10 oz enchilada sauce red canned
  • oz colby cheese shredded
  • serving salsa thick

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In medium bowl, mix chicken, roasted peppers and sour cream.
  2. Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. To prepare each quesadilla, brush one side of tortilla with some of the oil.
  3. Place tortilla, oiled side down, in skillet.
  4. Brush 1 tablespoon enchilada sauce over entire tortilla. Top half of tortilla with 2 tablespoons cheese, 1/4 cup chicken mixture and 2 tablespoons more cheese. Fold other half of tortilla over filling, pressing down slightly.
  5. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, turning once, until tortilla is golden brown and cheese is melted. Repeat to make remaining quesadillas.
  6. Cut each quesadilla into 4 wedges.
  7. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Calories544kcal
Protein21.04%
Fat44.36%
Carbs34.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.5
Glycemic Load
12.17
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.224347840185%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:543.79kcal
27.19%
Fat:26.61g
40.94%
Saturated Fat:10.86g
67.87%
Carbohydrates:46.69g
15.56%
Net Carbohydrates:42.51g
15.46%
Sugar:8.56g
9.51%
Cholesterol:76.24mg
25.41%
Sodium:1610.22mg
70.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.4g
56.8%
Selenium:42.54µg
60.77%
Vitamin B3:10.28mg
51.38%
Phosphorus:439.34mg
43.93%
Calcium:331.55mg
33.16%
Vitamin B1:0.45mg
29.67%
Vitamin B6:0.58mg
29.09%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.66%
Iron:3.82mg
21.23%
Manganese:0.42mg
21.14%
Folate:83.52µg
20.88%
Vitamin A:947.11IU
18.94%
Vitamin K:19.56µg
18.63%
Fiber:4.18g
16.73%
Potassium:420.85mg
12.02%
Vitamin B5:1.16mg
11.64%
Zinc:1.73mg
11.55%
Magnesium:44.71mg
11.18%
Vitamin C:6.53mg
7.92%
Vitamin B12:0.39µg
6.55%
Copper:0.13mg
6.47%
Vitamin E:0.91mg
6.06%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.56%