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High Protein Chicken Quesadillas - Simple, Satisfying, and Quick

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican blend or sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or nonfat)
  • 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained (optional for extra protein and fiber)
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
  • 1/3 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 4 large whole wheat or high-protein tortillas (8–10 inches)
  • 1–2 teaspoons olive oil or avocado oil for the pan
  • Optional toppings: salsa, hot sauce, extra Greek yogurt or light sour cream, avocado slices

Method
 

  1. Prep the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine chicken, Greek yogurt, black beans, corn, red onion, and jalapeño. Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, lime juice, and cilantro. Stir until everything is evenly coated and creamy but not wet.
  2. Warm the pan: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium to medium-low heat. Add a light drizzle of oil and swirl to coat.
  3. Assemble the first quesadilla: Place one tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle about a quarter of the cheese over half the tortilla. Spoon a generous layer of the chicken mixture on top, then sprinkle a little more cheese. Fold the tortilla over to close.
  4. Cook to crisp perfection: Cook 2–3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the tortilla is golden and the cheese is melted. Adjust heat if it browns too fast.
  5. Repeat: Transfer to a cutting board and let it sit 1 minute before slicing. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
  6. Serve: Cut each quesadilla into wedges. Top with salsa, a dollop of Greek yogurt, hot sauce, or avocado as you like.