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Description
This Chicken Parm Quesadilla recipe combines the best of both worlds: the comforting flavors of chicken parmesan and the ease of a quesadilla. Enjoy a quick and satisfying meal perfect for weeknights or a fun appetizer.
Ingredients
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- 2 cooked chicken breasts, shredded
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Spread marinara sauce evenly over two tortillas.
- Top with shredded chicken and mozzarella cheese.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and basil, if using.
- Place the remaining tortillas on top, creating quesadillas.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, and cut into wedges.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use garlic-infused olive oil.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Serve with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker prep time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-Mexican Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg