Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Nov 09, 2007

Excellent Quesidillas! Just wanted to gives a heads up on two issues. First, most fajita mixes contain MSG (some people are adverse to this, understandably) Here is a good mix recipe: 3 Tbsp. cornstarch 2 Tbsp. chili powder 1 Tbsp. salt 1 Tbsp. paprika 1 Tbsp. sugar 2-1/2 tsp. crushed chicken bouillon cube 1-1/2 tsp. onion powder 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 tsp. cumin Preparation: Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl. Pour into an airtight container.Makes the equivalent of 3 packets of commercial or purchased Fajita Seasoning Mix. Also, to crisp a tortilla; spread tortilla with butter before baking or wet with a bit of water. Awesome recipe!

—TRACYCOOK

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Mar 09, 2009

Too much fajita seasoning! You are better off using taco seasoning or creating your own seasoning. I added fajita seasoning and ended up throwing the chicken away beacuse it was way too salty. I made more chicken adding garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. I added salsa and cheese to the mixture before baking the quesadillas. I left out the peppers and bacon bits. My husband loved them!

—TXGirl

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Jan 16, 2004

Pretty good, but I made these again and changed things a bit and liked it better. I omitted the bacon, instead of green peppers I used green chili peppers, used green onions and made my own fajita type seasoning that was not as spicy. Used two tortillas instead of folding one, brushed lightly with butter then grilled on the griddle about 3-4 minutes per side. Turned out perfectly browned and crispy, not dry at all. Served with a mixture of sour cream, salsa, and guacamole. Thanks for the initial idea.

—Wilemon

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Nov 06, 2003

Here's the answer for crusty tortillas - wet them before baking.

—DENA.B

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May 03, 2006

My family loves these. I also had the soggy bottom problem, so I brush a little olive oil on the tortillas before I pop them in the oven. That makes them nice and crispy!

—CHAMWIFE

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Aug 18, 2003

O MY this was great! I love quesadillas and it turned out just as described! One thing I did was use a little less fajita seasoning as too much overwhelms the mild taste of the cheese and green peppers, then I used 2tbl. of italian dressing while cooking the chicken to give them a little moisture because we like our quesas saucy. Delicious!

—KELSTOUCH

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Oct 05, 2003

My family loved this recipe. I cooked the chicken first and then i cut into cubes it's much easier this way.

—skram

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Aug 19, 2003

Oh sooo yummy!! I love quesadillas and this was just a wonderful and simple recipe for them. I didn't use the full packet of the seasoning mix because I don't think I used as much chicken as the recipe calls for. I used 8 tenderloins and half of the packet seemed to do the trick. I cooked these on my George Foreman and served them with homemade pico de gallo and guacamole. Will definitely be a repeat. Thanks Heather.

—JOSIE

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Nutrition

Calories
244 kcal
12%

Carbohydrates
21.8 g
7%

Cholesterol
35 mg
12%

Fat
11.3 g
17%

Fiber
1.7 g
7%

Protein
13.7 g
27%

Sodium
504 mg
20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Chicken Quesadillas

Serving Size: 1/20 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 20
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 244
Calories from Fat: 101

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.3g 17 %
Saturated Fat 5.5g 27 %
Cholesterol 35mg 12 %
Sodium 504mg 20 %
** Potassium 169mg 5 %
Total Carbohydrates 21.8g 7 %
Dietary Fiber 1.7g 7 %
Protein 13.7g 27 %
Sugars 1.8g
Vitamin A 12 %
Vitamin C 42 %
Calcium 27 %
Iron 16 %
** Thiamin 22 %
** Niacin 48 %
** Vitamin B6 12 %
** Magnesium 8 %
** Folate 28 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.