Description

Make an easy, delicous meal that's ready in about 30 minutes. These quesadillas are crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside.

Ingredients

• Quesadillas:
• 2 t. chili powder
• 3/4 t. kosher salt
• 1/2 t. garlic powder
• 2 c. diced or shredded cooked chicken (about 2 medium breasts or 2 to 3 thighs)*
• 1 T. olive oil
• 1/2 yellow onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 orange, yellow, or green bell pepper diced (or 1 c. chopped veggies, like baby spinach, mushrooms, zucchini, etc.)
• hot sauce, optional
• 1 1/4 c. shredded pepper Jack or Monterey Jack cheese, divided
• 3/4 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided (or more Monterey Jack)
• 4 medium whole wheat tortillas
• oil, butter, or non-stick spray for cooking the quesadillas
• Toppings: salsa, guacamole, sour cream or plain Greek yogurt

Steps

1. In a small bowl, stir together the chili powder, salt, and garlic powder.
2. Place the chicken in a medium bowl; sprinkle on half of the spice mixture; stir to coat; set aside.
3. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the oil until it's hot and shimmering. Add the onion and bell peppers, and other vegetables you may using, but wait to add spinach. Sprinkle the remaining spice mixture on the top; stir to coat.