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Crispy 20-Minute Chicken Fajita Quesadillas

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, cheesy chicken fajita quesadillas that come together in just 20 minutes, perfect for a satisfying snack or light meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning (blend of chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano)
  • 6 medium flour tortillas (8-inch / 20 cm)
  • 2 cups (200 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnishes: sour cream, sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, salsa

Instructions

  1. Prep Ingredients (5 minutes): Slice chicken breasts into ½ inch (1.3 cm) strips. Thinly slice bell peppers and onion, mince garlic. Toss chicken with fajita seasoning, salt, and half the olive oil in a mixing bowl. Let sit briefly.
  2. Sauté Chicken & Veggies (7-8 minutes): Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips in a single layer, sear about 3 minutes per side. When chicken is nearly cooked, add peppers, onions, and garlic. Sauté until peppers soften but remain crisp, about 3-4 minutes. Squeeze lime juice over mixture. Remove from heat.
  3. Assemble Quesadillas (3 minutes): Lay one tortilla flat. Sprinkle about ⅓ cup (30 g) shredded cheddar over half the tortilla. Add chicken fajita mixture, then more cheese. Fold tortilla over to form half-moon.
  4. Cook Quesadillas (6-7 minutes): Wipe skillet clean and heat over medium. Add a small drizzle of oil or non-stick spray. Cook quesadilla until bottom is golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Flip carefully and cook other side until crisp and cheese melts. Press lightly with spatula for even browning.
  5. Rest and Serve (1-2 minutes): Transfer to cutting board, let rest for 1 minute to set cheese. Cut into wedges and serve with optional garnishes.

Notes

For gluten-free, use corn tortillas or gluten-free wraps and adjust cooking time as they crisp faster. For dairy-free, use vegan cheese or omit cheese. Avoid overcrowding the pan to keep chicken juicy and veggies crisp. Let quesadillas rest before slicing to prevent cheese from oozing. Reheat leftovers in a dry skillet to maintain crispness; avoid microwaving.

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