Quesadillas were actually invented in 16th century colonial Mexico when Spanish wheat tortillas met indigenous Oaxacan cheese.
Chicken Quesadilla Wedges
Get ready to savor these scrumptious cheesy chicken quesadilla wedges, perfect for meal prepping! Packed with tender chicken, gooey cheese, and fresh veggies, these delightful bites are super easy to whip up and make for a satisfying snack or meal on the go. Just slice, sauté, and savor the flavor—your taste buds will thank you!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
16
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 16🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 2lb Trimmed Chicken Thighs (907 g)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 45g Low Fat 4 Cheese Blend (1.59 oz)
🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- Olive Oil Spray (a couple seconds)optional
- 8 Large Low Carb Tortillas
🧂Spices & Seasonings(4)
- 2 Tsp Black Pepper (10 ml)
- 2 Tbsp Garlic Powder (30 ml)
- 2 Tbsp Paprika (30 ml)
- 2 Tbsp Kosher Salt (30 ml)
📦Other(1)
- 2 Small Cans Chipotle In Adobo (use the sauce, not the peppers)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare the chicken by trimming and seasoning with chipotle sauce, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 2
Cook the chicken until fully cooked, then shred or chop it.
- 3
Assemble the quesadillas by placing the chicken and cheese between two tortillas.
- 4
Cook the quesadillas in a pan or air fryer until the tortillas are golden and the cheese is melted.
- 5
Cut into wedges and serve or store for meal prep.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Cook quesadillas at medium heat (275-300°F) to ensure cheese melts completely before tortillas burn, as cheese needs 2-3 minutes to reach proper melting point.technique275-300°F
- ✓Let cooked chicken cool for 3-4 minutes before shredding to prevent steam from making tortillas soggy and compromising crispiness.timing3-4 minutes
- ✓Use a 2:1 ratio of melting cheese to firm cheese (like cheddar to Monterey Jack) for optimal stretch and flavor without greasiness.ingredient2:1 ratio
- ✓Press quesadillas with a spatula for 30 seconds after flipping to create better cheese-to-tortilla adhesion and prevent filling spillage.technique30 seconds
- ✓Cut quesadillas with a pizza wheel immediately after cooking while cheese is still molten, as cooled cheese creates ragged edges and filling pullout.timing
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Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
16
people
Level
beginner
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Quesadillas were actually invented in 16th century colonial Mexico when Spanish wheat tortillas met indigenous Oaxacan cheese.
Chicken Quesadilla Wedges
Get ready to savor these scrumptious cheesy chicken quesadilla wedges, perfect for meal prepping! Packed with tender chicken, gooey cheese, and fresh veggies, these delightful bites are super easy to whip up and make for a satisfying snack or meal on the go. Just slice, sauté, and savor the flavor—your taste buds will thank you!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 16🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 2lb Trimmed Chicken Thighs (907 g)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 45g Low Fat 4 Cheese Blend (1.59 oz)
🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- Olive Oil Spray (a couple seconds)optional
- 8 Large Low Carb Tortillas
🧂Spices & Seasonings(4)
- 2 Tsp Black Pepper (10 ml)
- 2 Tbsp Garlic Powder (30 ml)
- 2 Tbsp Paprika (30 ml)
- 2 Tbsp Kosher Salt (30 ml)
📦Other(1)
- 2 Small Cans Chipotle In Adobo (use the sauce, not the peppers)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare the chicken by trimming and seasoning with chipotle sauce, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 2
Cook the chicken until fully cooked, then shred or chop it.
- 3
Assemble the quesadillas by placing the chicken and cheese between two tortillas.
- 4
Cook the quesadillas in a pan or air fryer until the tortillas are golden and the cheese is melted.
- 5
Cut into wedges and serve or store for meal prep.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Cook quesadillas at medium heat (275-300°F) to ensure cheese melts completely before tortillas burn, as cheese needs 2-3 minutes to reach proper melting point.technique275-300°F
- ✓Let cooked chicken cool for 3-4 minutes before shredding to prevent steam from making tortillas soggy and compromising crispiness.timing3-4 minutes
- ✓Use a 2:1 ratio of melting cheese to firm cheese (like cheddar to Monterey Jack) for optimal stretch and flavor without greasiness.ingredient2:1 ratio
- ✓Press quesadillas with a spatula for 30 seconds after flipping to create better cheese-to-tortilla adhesion and prevent filling spillage.technique30 seconds
- ✓Cut quesadillas with a pizza wheel immediately after cooking while cheese is still molten, as cooled cheese creates ragged edges and filling pullout.timing