If there is something that I know about this delicious Chicken Fajita Quesadillas is that you will always enjoy it.It has a mix of many different lovely flavors that will make your taste buds feel pure fascination after one bite.
Life is great, and cheese makes it better. Inside this crispy sandwich, you will find a generous amount of melty grilled cheese that is just to die for!
Restaurant dining is never dull, but nothing beats homemade fajitas.
Crunchy Chicken Fajita Quesadillas
What Is A Quesadilla?
The difference between a normal fajita and a quesadilla is that the latter is a Mexican dish.It is made of tortillas filled with lots of cheese and then grilled.
The quesadilla originated in Mexico and it is a very well-known dish around the world.It is filled with juicy, seasoned chicken, colorful vegetables, and oozy melted cheese.
The mixture of cheese and tortilla is very simple to make.
You can always add anything to your own preference, but I bet that you will enjoy this classic version as it is.
The tortillas that are used in this dish are almost like a taco, folded in half, filled, and usually cooked until crispy.
Cheesy Crunchy Delicacy with a Mushy Inside
How To Serve Chicken Fajita
First of all, this Chicken Fajita Quesadilla is delicate and tasty just as it is. Your hungry guests will smell it from afar.However, you can always add different side dishes to enjoy iteven more.
The most known side dish for this meal is an avocado salad or avocado dressing. If life gives you avocados, make guacamole!
You can add quick and easy refried beans on the side. Some spicy roasted potatoes never disappoint either with this tasty chicken fajita tortilla.
Clearly, you can never go wrong with an avocado and black bean dip or some rice on the side. It adds to the meal and makes it even more enjoyable.
Each person has their own taste and preferences, but it is always fun to mix it up and be adventurous every once in a while.
All Time Favored
Tips For Mouthwatering Fajita
To cook your fajitas, you can use a slow cooker, or a sheet pan, but some feel that the skillet version is the fastest and tastiest way for a fast fajita fix.
It is better to cook the vegetables and chicken separately and then you can add them together. That’s because most of the time, the steam of the chicken can make your vegetables very soft and squishy.
You could easily use fresh jalapeno, lime juice to flavor them up, and some minced garlic. Adding some dried oregano can never go wrong. You could also add some cumin to the chicken to bring an extra aromatic taste.
If you don’t feel like pairing your fajita with any side dish, a little bit of lime juice and some sour cream are your way to go to get the perfect meal for your family or even to take for work.
Appetizing Chicken Fajitas Quesadillas
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Your cooked quesadillas will last for three days in the refrigerator if stored correctly. To store your leftovers in the refrigerator, wait for them to cool down completely then wrap them separately with plastic wrap.
You can add whatever you feel like, but the preferable vegetables are red, yellow, green, and orange bell peppers. You can add red onion for extra color and some mushrooms.
Mostly they add simple Mexican spices, like cumin, and chili powder. There are more that you can add like paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
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Ingredients
These chicken quesadillas are so good and easy to make, and using them with low-carb tortillas really increases the fiber (25 grams!) and lowers the carbs!Here are all the ingredients you need:
Chicken breast
Green bell pepper
Red onion
Oil
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Cumin
Coriander powder
Paprika
Chili powder
Cayenne
Mexican oregano (or regular oregano)
Salt
Black pepper
For Assembly:
Low carb tortilla
Light sour cream
Shredded cheese of choice
Siracha mayo or any hot sauce of choice or taco sauce
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How to Make Chicken Fajita Quesadillas
First, add oil to a pot and let it heat up before adding the sliced chicken. Sauté for a bit until it releases some juice, and add the spices.
Then, mix around and cook all the way through, about 10-15 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, add 1 tablespoon oil to deglaze then add the onions and bell peppers and sauté on high heat for 5-7 minutes, moving them around often so they don’t burn.
Next, add the chicken back and toss together, and remove from the heat.
Finally, to assemble, take 1 tortilla and add 2 tablespoonsof sour cream, and spread. Add the fajita filling and top with hot sauce, taco sauce, or siracha mayo. You can also add avocado. Add cheese, and fold in half. Press until both sides crisp up and the cheese melts.
Enjoy!
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Authentic Middle Eastern Chicken Shawarma
Easy Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas
Meat Stuffed Pitas (Palestinian Arayes)
Chicken Maqluba (Flipped Upside Down)
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Chicken Fajita Quesadillas
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast sliced thin
- 1½ large green bell peppers
- 1 medium red onion sliced into thin wings
- 3 tablespoons oil of choice, divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- cayenne to taste
- 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano or regular oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For Assembly
- 1 large tortilla low carb
- 2 tablespoons light sour cream
- ¼ cup shredded cheese of choice
- Siracha mayo or any hot sauce or taco sauce
Instructions
- Add oil to a pot and let it heat up before adding the sliced chicken. Sauté for a bit until it releases some juice, and add the spices.
- Mix around and cook all the way through, about 10-15 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add 1 tablespoon oil to deglaze then add the onions and bell peppers and sauté on high heat for 5-7 minutes, moving them around often so they don't burn.
- Add back the chicken and toss together, and remove from the heat.
For Assembly
- Take 1 tortilla and add 2 tablespoons sour cream and spread.
- Add the fajita filling and top with hot sauce, taco sauce, or siracha mayo. You can also add avocado here.
- Add cheese, and fold in half. Press until both sides crisp up and the cheese melts.
Notes
- You can rub the seasoning and salt in advance on your chicken.
- Avoid overcooking and drying out the chicken by cutting the chicken into strips.
- You can add a splash of soy sauce instead of salt to make it more tender.
- Don’t forget to heat the pan, add in the olive oil and wait for the oil to begin to shimmer.
Absolutely amazing! Made this and my while family loved them. Reminds me of chipotle but better!