HEALTHY CHICKEN QUESADILLAS
This looked so good that I thought I would share it with all of you and at the same time keep it here for safekeeping. This is Wen Zientek's of ivillage.com answer to a question from a reader.
Provided by Manami
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 4 quesadillas
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a medium-heavy skillet, saute the onions, garlic and peppers until soft in the 2 tablespoons chicken broth.
- Add the chili peppers and tomatoes and simmer for a few minutes more until the liquid has evaporated.
- Add the chicken and stir well to combine.
- Spray a cold skillet with the nonstick spray and heat over medium heat.
- Place a tortilla in the pan and sprinkle with 1/8 cup cheese.
- Add about a quarter of the chicken mixture and top with another 1/8 cup cheese.
- Cover with another tortilla and cook for two to three minutes or until golden brown.
- Flip the quesadilla over and cook for an additional two minutes.
- Remove from the heat and cut into edges.
- Keep warm while frying the remaining quesadillas.
- Serve with salsa, scallions, and fat-free sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.3, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 45.3, Sodium 601.3, Carbohydrate 36.8, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 4.4, Protein 26.2
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Hoos316
[email protected]I've never made quesadillas before, but these were so easy to make and they turned out great! I'll definitely be making them again.
Ajith Prasanna
[email protected]These quesadillas are so flavorful and delicious! I love the combination of chicken, vegetables, and cheese. They're also really easy to make, which is a bonus.
Mnaveed Mnaveed
[email protected]I made these quesadillas for my kids and they loved them! They're a great way to get them to eat their vegetables. I also love that they're healthy and easy to make.
Kahan Baloch
[email protected]These quesadillas are the perfect comfort food. They're cheesy, gooey, and oh-so-satisfying. I love dipping them in guacamole and sour cream.
Fareeya khan
[email protected]I've made these quesadillas several times now and they're always a hit. They're quick and easy to make, and they're always delicious. I love that I can customize them with different toppings, too.
Ahtisham Shah
[email protected]These quesadillas are so delicious and satisfying. I love the combination of chicken, vegetables, and cheese. They're also really easy to make, which is a bonus.
Wairimu Mwaura
[email protected]I love that these quesadillas are healthy and easy to make. They're also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Joy Osunde
[email protected]These quesadillas are a great way to use up leftover chicken. They're also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
erol dobruna
[email protected]I've never made quesadillas before, but these were so easy to make and they turned out great! I'll definitely be making them again.
Alo Atker
[email protected]These quesadillas are so flavorful and delicious! I love the combination of chicken, vegetables, and cheese. They're also really easy to make, which is a bonus.
Emma Habel
[email protected]I made these quesadillas for my kids and they loved them! They're a great way to get them to eat their vegetables. I also love that they're healthy and easy to make.
Haji Aslam
[email protected]These quesadillas are the perfect comfort food. They're cheesy, gooey, and oh-so-satisfying. I love dipping them in guacamole and sour cream.
Rofiq Mortuza
[email protected]I've made these quesadillas several times now and they're always a hit. They're quick and easy to make, and they're always delicious. I love that I can customize them with different toppings, too.
Ola Joey
[email protected]These quesadillas are amazing! The flavors all blend together perfectly and the cheese is gooey and melted. I highly recommend trying this recipe.
Michael Krm
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I really enjoyed these quesadillas. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables added a lot of flavor. I'll definitely be making these again.
Kehbuma Jerry
[email protected]These quesadillas are so delicious and healthy! I love that I can feel good about feeding them to my family. They're also really easy to make, which is a bonus.
MdRoni Islam
[email protected]I made these quesadillas for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe. They're easy to make and perfect for a crowd.
Olivia
[email protected]These quesadillas were a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the vegetables added a nice crunch. The cheese melted perfectly and held everything together. I will definitely be making these again.