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Italian Chicken Quesadillas

Italian Chicken Quesadillas
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Italian Chicken Quesadillas combine tender, seasoned chicken with Italian herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, and melty mozzarella cheese wrapped in crispy flour tortillas. This quick and easy recipe delivers bold Italian flavors with a comforting Tex-Mex twist, perfect for lunch, dinner, or snacks. Customizable and family-friendly, these quesadillas are great fresh or reheated as leftovers.

Ingredients

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Protein & Dairy

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Seasonings & Herbs

  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (blend of oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Other Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts generously with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet, let rest briefly, then dice or shred into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed. Sauté the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, infusing rich savory notes.
  3. Assemble the Quesadillas: Lay one flour tortilla flat. Sprinkle half of it with shredded mozzarella cheese. Add a layer of the chicken mixture with garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Top with more cheese to help bind when melted. Fold the tortilla over to enclose the filling.
  4. Cook Until Golden: Heat a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat and brush lightly with olive oil. Place the folded quesadilla in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing gently, until the tortilla is crisp and the cheese inside is melted.
  5. Slice and Serve: Remove quesadilla from heat and let rest for a minute. Cut into wedges, garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Don’t overfill the quesadilla to avoid sogginess and difficulty flipping.
  • Cook over medium-low heat for a crisp tortilla without burning.
  • Use fresh herbs like basil or parsley for added flavor and vibrant presentation.
  • Allow cooked chicken to rest before slicing to keep it juicy and tender.
  • Mix cheeses such as mozzarella, provolone, and Parmesan for a richer flavor and texture.

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