Description
This High-Protein Chicken Ranch Quesadilla is a savory and satisfying meal featuring shredded chicken mixed with ranch dressing, melted cheese, and fresh vegetables, all grilled between golden, crispy flour tortillas. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, it combines robust flavors with a protein-packed punch.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup diced green onions
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Quesadilla
- 4 medium flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Mix the filling: Combine cooked shredded chicken, shredded cheese, ranch dressing, diced green onions, diced bell pepper, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir until all ingredients are evenly incorporated, creating a creamy, flavorful filling.
- Heat the pan: Pour olive oil into a non-stick pan and heat over medium heat. Swirl the oil around to coat the bottom of the pan evenly, preparing it for cooking the quesadillas.
- Assemble the quesadilla: Place one flour tortilla in the heated pan. Spread one-quarter of the chicken mixture evenly over half of the tortilla, then fold the other half over the filling to enclose it.
- Cook the first side: Let the quesadilla cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Flip and cook the other side: Using a spatula, carefully flip the quesadilla and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the second side is also golden brown and the cheese inside has melted.
- Rest and slice: Remove the cooked quesadilla from the pan and let it rest for 2 minutes to allow the filling to set slightly. Then slice into wedges for serving.
- Repeat and serve: Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling. Serve hot with extra ranch dressing on the side for dipping. Enjoy your High-Protein Chicken Ranch Quesadilla!
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken breast with rotisserie chicken for a quicker prep.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Use whole wheat tortillas for a healthier alternative.
- To make it gluten-free, substitute with gluten-free tortillas.
- Serve with a side salad or salsa for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken quesadilla, high protein recipe, ranch dressing quesadilla, easy lunch, stovetop quesadilla
