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Chicken Avocado Quesadillas

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
Delicious and cheesy quesadillas filled with shredded chicken and ripe avocados, perfect for a quick meal.

Ingredients

Main

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1.5 cups ripe avocados, sliced or mashed
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
  • 8 pieces flour tortillas (8-inch)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • optional diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, cilantro, lime juice (for garnish and flavor)
  • optional sour cream, salsa, or hot sauce (for serving)
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  • Combine cooked chicken with avocado, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Lay a tortilla flat, sprinkle cheese over half, add chicken-avocado mixture, then more cheese, and fold.
  • Heat a skillet with olive oil or butter over medium heat.
  • Cook folded quesadilla until golden and cheese melts, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling, then cut into wedges and serve warm with toppings.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor and customize toppings as desired.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Avocado, Chicken, Quesadilla