Apple Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

Crispy, golden-brown quesadillas with a surprising sweet and savory twist! Juicy chicken, crisp apples, and melty cheese are nestled in warm tortillas for a finger food that's perfect for lunch, parties, or a quick weeknight dinner. Each quesadilla is cut into three satisfying wedges – the ideal portion size for guests or a light meal. Get ready for flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 251.2 kcal
Protein 31g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Chicken Quesadillas

  • 1 large tart apple, diced
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, diced
  • 1/2 cup fat-free cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • Fresh Tomato
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
  • lettuce leaves, shredded
  • salsa
  • nonfat sour cream

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How to Make Apple Chicken Quesadillas

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, diced apple, shredded cheese, red onion, cilantro, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Place about 3/4 cup of the chicken mixture onto one half of each tortilla.
  4. Fold the tortilla in half over the filling and secure the edges with toothpicks.
  5. Lightly grease a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  6. Place the quesadillas on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the tortillas are lightly golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Carefully flip the quesadillas.
  9. Bake for another 5-8 minutes, or until golden brown on both sides.
  10. Remove from oven and discard the toothpicks.
  11. Cut each quesadilla into three wedges.
  12. Serve immediately with lettuce, salsa, and sour cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

15g

Carbs

10g