Description
This Easy High-Protein Chicken Ranch Quesadilla features a crispy, golden-brown tortilla enveloping tender, juicy chicken and a creamy ranch sauce. Each bite bursts with savory flavors and a delightful crunch, making it a satisfying meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Quesadilla:
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- For Garnish:
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Sour cream, for dipping
- Jalapeños, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Spread ranch dressing evenly over one side of each tortilla.
- On one tortilla, layer shredded chicken and cheddar cheese, then top with the second tortilla, ranch side down.
- Carefully place the quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
- Flip the quesadilla using a spatula and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the other side is golden and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat and let it cool for a minute before slicing into wedges.
Notes
- This quesadilla can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- To reheat, place in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Substitute grilled vegetables for chicken for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
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