How to Make Grilled Chicken Quesadillas - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that the whole family will love, look no further than these Grilled Chicken Quesadillas. These quesadillas are packed with flavor and are the perfect way to use up any leftover grilled chicken. With a crispy exterior and a gooey, cheesy interior, these quesadillas are sure to be a hit at your dinner table.

The best part about this recipe is that it's completely customizable, so you can add in any additional toppings or ingredient...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • adobo seasoning to taste
  • 12 (10 inch) flour tortillas
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
  • 1 (7 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained

Information

  • Prep Time: 35 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place the chicken on a plate, and sprinkle with adobo seasoning on both sides. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
  • Heat grill for medium-high heat.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Place chicken on grill, and cook for 10 minutes per side, or until juices run clear. Remove chicken from grill, and cut into bite-size pieces.
  • Place one or two tortillas on the grill, and sprinkle with a thin layer of cheese, chicken, onion, olives, and chiles. Top with another tortilla, and grill until brown and crispy on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Cut into wedges to serve.
  • Nutrition

    851 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 126mg
    • Sodium: 1665mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 87g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 46g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 440mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 545mg