Tandoori Chicken Quesadillas

Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Tandoori Chicken Quesadillas
45 min.
1
187kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your meal rotation with a unique twist on a classic favorite? Dive into the delicious world of Tandoori Chicken Quesadillas! This mouthwatering dish artfully combines the bold, aromatic flavors of traditional Indian tandoori chicken with the cheesy, comforting goodness of quesadillas, creating an irresistible fusion that is sure to impress your taste buds.

Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re looking for a tasty appetizer to share with friends, a satisfying snack to enjoy during a movie night, or even as a quick weeknight meal, these quesadillas are versatile and fun to make. The combination of tender, shredded tandoori chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and gooey cheese is simply delightful, while being gluten-free makes it accessible for everyone!

Not only are Tandoori Chicken Quesadillas bursting with flavor, but they are also quick and easy to prepare, coming together in just 45 minutes. With only a handful of ingredients and minimal cooking equipment required, you'll find yourself whipping these up in no time. So grab your frying pan and get ready for a culinary adventure that will transport you straight to the streets of India, all from the comfort of your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup bell peppers sliced ( thinly)
  • handfuls cheese grated ()
  • 0.3 cup tandoori chicken shredded ()
  • tablespoon oil 
  • 0.3 cup onion sliced ( thinly)

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a pan.
  2. Add the peppers and onions and saute until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle on half of the cheese onto the tortilla followed by peppers, onions and chicken followed by the remaining cheese and top it all off with the second tortilla.
  4. Cook until the quesadilla is golden brown on both sides and the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories187kcal
Protein7.94%
Fat79.44%
Carbs12.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
86
Glycemic Load
1.31
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
8.2247826638429%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.24mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.27mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
8.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:186.76kcal
9.34%
Fat:16.87g
25.96%
Saturated Fat:2.04g
12.74%
Carbohydrates:6.03g
2.01%
Net Carbohydrates:4.57g
1.66%
Sugar:3.27g
3.63%
Cholesterol:12.17mg
4.06%
Sodium:25.66mg
1.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.8g
7.59%
Vitamin C:50.86mg
61.64%
Vitamin A:1206.12IU
24.12%
Vitamin E:3.1mg
20.68%
Vitamin K:12.22µg
11.64%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.26%
Vitamin B3:1.33mg
6.67%
Folate:25.97µg
6.49%
Fiber:1.46g
5.85%
Phosphorus:50.38mg
5.04%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.8%
Potassium:164.17mg
4.69%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
3.97%
Selenium:2.76µg
3.94%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.15%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
2.99%
Magnesium:11.72mg
2.93%
Zinc:0.41mg
2.75%
Calcium:27.44mg
2.74%
Iron:0.37mg
2.05%
Copper:0.03mg
1.46%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.05%