Chicken Broccoli Quesadillas Recipe
Ready in just 15 minutes, these Chicken Broccoli Quesadillas hit the spot with juicy chicken, fresh broccoli, and gooey cheese, perfectly wrapped in a tortilla.
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 1044kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 tablespoon butter
- 2/3 c. grated colby jack cheese
- 1/4 cup broccoli cut into small florets and steamed
- 1/4 c. diced grilled chicken or pulled rotisserie chicken
- pinch salt and ground black pepper
- 2 soft taco size flour tortilla white or whole wheat
Instructions
- In a medium nonstick skillet set over medium-low heat, add the butter. Once melted, add one tortilla. Top with half of the cheese, then spread the broccoli and grilled chicken over the top, dispersing evenly. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with the remaining cheese, then place the remaining tortilla over the top.
- Cook for 3 minutes on each side, or until crisp and golden outside, and melty on the inside. Remove from the skillet and let cool for 3 minutes. Use a pizza wheel or sharp knife to cut into wedges. Serve immediately.
Notes
-You can easily double, triple, quadruple, etc., this recipe to feed a family for dinner!
To STORE Chicken Broccoli Quesadillas, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. To FREEZE, wrap each quesadilla in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
To REHEAT, thaw in the refrigerator if frozen, then warm in a skillet over medium heat until crispy and heated through, or microwave for 1-2 minutes until hot.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 1044kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 61g | Fat: 66g | Saturated Fat: 39g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 209mg | Sodium: 1622mg | Potassium: 409mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1909IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 1263mg | Iron: 4mg
