Fiesta Chicken Quesadillas

Health score
39%
Fiesta Chicken Quesadillas
20 min.
2
578kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your lunch or dinner with a burst of flavor? Look no further than these delightful Fiesta Chicken Quesadillas! Perfectly crispy on the outside and packed with savory goodness on the inside, this dish is a fantastic way to enjoy a quick and satisfying meal. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a delicious feast that serves two, making it ideal for a cozy dinner for two or a fun lunch break.

Imagine biting into a warm, cheesy quesadilla filled with tender chunks of chicken, vibrant red and green bell peppers, and a sprinkle of fresh green onions. Each bite is complemented by a generous side of thick and chunky salsa, adding a zesty kick that will tantalize your taste buds. Not only are these quesadillas bursting with flavor, but they are also a healthier option, featuring fat-free tortillas and reduced-fat cheese, allowing you to indulge without the guilt.

Whether you're a busy professional looking for a quick meal or a cooking enthusiast eager to impress, these Fiesta Chicken Quesadillas are sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So grab your frying pan and get ready to enjoy a fiesta of flavors that will leave you craving more!

Ingredients

  • 8-inch flour tortilla fat-free ()
  • serving pam original flavor shopping list 
  • cup roasted chicken cooked chopped
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper red thin
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper green thin
  • oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • tablespoon spring onion sliced (1 medium)
  • 0.5 cup salsa thick

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 450°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil. Spray both sides of each tortilla lightly with cooking spray.
  2. Place 2 tortillas on foil-lined pan.
  3. Sprinkle each with half of the chicken, bell pepper strips, cheese and green onion. Top with remaining 2 tortillas.
  4. Bake 3 to 5 minutes or until light brown and crisp.
  5. Cut into wedges; serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Calories578kcal
Protein23.61%
Fat35.54%
Carbs40.85%

Properties

Glycemic Index
67.5
Glycemic Load
16.67
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
29.13608670753%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
1.1mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:578.3kcal
28.92%
Fat:22.74g
34.99%
Saturated Fat:9.74g
60.89%
Carbohydrates:58.8g
19.6%
Net Carbohydrates:52.88g
19.23%
Sugar:8.44g
9.37%
Cholesterol:80.85mg
26.95%
Sodium:1417.58mg
61.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:34g
67.99%
Vitamin C:64.45mg
78.13%
Selenium:48.63µg
69.47%
Vitamin B3:11.24mg
56.19%
Phosphorus:509.68mg
50.97%
Vitamin B1:0.62mg
41.32%
Calcium:382.58mg
38.26%
Vitamin A:1889.88IU
37.8%
Vitamin B2:0.58mg
33.86%
Manganese:0.66mg
33.07%
Folate:128.85µg
32.21%
Vitamin B6:0.63mg
31.65%
Iron:5.14mg
28.53%
Fiber:5.92g
23.67%
Zinc:2.9mg
19.36%
Vitamin K:20.17µg
19.21%
Potassium:596.8mg
17.05%
Magnesium:61.48mg
15.37%
Vitamin B5:1.23mg
12.35%
Vitamin E:1.68mg
11.2%
Copper:0.22mg
10.94%
Vitamin B12:0.5µg
8.39%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%