Description
This Flavor-Packed Chicken Fajita Quesadilla recipe brings together tender chicken strips, sautéed bell peppers and onions, and melted cheddar cheese all sandwiched between crispy tortillas. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, these quesadillas are bursting with bold Tex-Mex flavors enhanced by chili powder, cumin, and garlic. Serve with sour cream and fresh cilantro for a deliciously fresh finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into strips
- 2 medium bell peppers, sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
- 1 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (or fresh garlic)
- 1 tsp cumin
Quesadilla Assembly
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 large (10-inch) tortillas
For Serving and Garnish
- Sour cream
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers and cook until they become tender and vibrant, about 5-7 minutes.
- Cook Chicken and Season: Add the chicken strips along with chili powder, garlic powder, and cumin to the skillet. Cook the chicken until it’s no longer pink in the center, about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally to combine flavors.
- Remove Filling: Transfer the cooked chicken and vegetable mixture from the skillet to a bowl. Allow it to cool slightly while you wipe down the skillet to prepare for quesadilla cooking.
- Assemble Quesadilla: Place one tortilla in the heated skillet. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tortilla. Then spread the chicken and veggie mixture on top, followed by the remaining cheese.
- Top and Cook: Place a second tortilla over the filling. Cook the quesadilla for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Rest and Slice: Carefully transfer the cooked quesadilla to a cutting board and let it rest for 2 minutes to allow the cheese to set. Cut into wedges for serving.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the quesadilla wedges with fresh cilantro and serve alongside sour cream for dipping.
Notes
- You can adjust the chili powder amount to increase or decrease the spiciness according to your preference.
- For extra flavor, consider adding fresh garlic instead of garlic powder.
- If you prefer a sharper taste, substitute cheddar with pepper jack or a Mexican cheese blend.
- Make sure to wipe the skillet clean before cooking the quesadilla to prevent burning.
- Serve immediately after cooking for the best crispy texture and melted cheese.
