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Mini Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer / Snack
  • Method: Pan-Fried
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Description

These Mini Chicken Quesadillas are crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor—perfect for appetizers, snacks, or a quick meal! Made with tender shredded chicken, melted cheese, and warm tortillas, they’re easy to make and even easier to eat.


Ingredients

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  • 6 small flour tortillas (cut in half)
  • 2 cups (250 g) cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup salsa (optional, for extra flavor)
  • 2 tablespoons butter (for cooking)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

For Serving:

  • Sour cream
  • Guacamole
  • Salsa

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Filling:

  • In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, cheddar & Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • Stir in salsa (if using) and chopped cilantro.

2️⃣ Assemble the Mini Quesadillas:

  • Place a spoonful of filling on one half of a tortilla.
  • Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape.

3️⃣ Cook the Quesadillas:

  • Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Place quesadillas in the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
  • Repeat until all quesadillas are cooked.

4️⃣ Serve & Enjoy:

  • Cut into smaller wedges (if desired) and serve hot with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.



Notes

🌶 Spicier? Add chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
🧀 Extra Cheesy? Add an extra layer of cheese before folding the tortilla.
🥑 Tex-Mex Style? Serve with pico de gallo & avocado slices.
🍗 Shortcut? Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.