Creamy Cheesy Chicken Quesadillas
I really did try to think of something sweet to bake for Cinco de Mayo. But my love for cheese and carbs won over! This quesadilla recipe uses the filling from a baked taquito recipe I adore. I posted this on Instagram and loved the quesaditos suggestion. Isn’t that cute?!
You take some spicy chicken (not in the mood for spicy? Try this chicken cordon bleu!), shred it, add some more spices and then some cheddar and cream cheese. And of course I left out the salsa and onions called for in the recipe, just because I don’t like them. Go check out the original recipe if you want a “fancier” version. ;)
These are more work than your usual slap-some-meat-and-cheese-in-there-quesadillas. But it’s still really quick. And you can make the mixture ahead of time and just pull it out of the fridge when you need it.
I used these homemade tortillas. You can make them 100% whole wheat if you like, and I do that sometimes, but to be honest… tortillas are just so much better with all all-purpose flour. So soft and pillowy and perfect.
If you’ve never made homemade tortillas, then you’re in for a treat. They’re so much better than what you can find at the store (at least the stores here in Germany!) and aren’t that difficult to make. And there’s no lard, either. Just two teaspoons of oil.
These quesadillas can also be made on the grill! Cook directly on the grates over high heat for about 2 minutes or until the bottoms start to brown. I don’t think I’d fire up the grill just for these, but if it’s on anyway, I’d definitely throw these on. That and some tortilla pizzas!
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Some other fun looking quesadilla recipes:
- Buffalo Chicken Dip Quesadillas – Chocolate Moosey
- Brie & Brisket Quesadillas – Confections of a Foodie Bride
- Grilled Corn Quesadillas – Taste and Tell
- Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Quesadillas – Belly Full
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These sound so good, thanks for sharing this delicious looking recipe.
Simon
Thanks! I hope you get the chance to try them out. :)
I was too lazy to make the homemade tortillas but I did make the quesadillas for lunch today and they were delicious! I know a recipe is a real winner when my picky eater asks me “Mom, can we have these for lunch again tommorow?”.
Hi Heather! Thanks for the feedback and rating. So happy that you and your picky eater enjoyed these! :)
I would add the salsa and onions but otherwise, love your quesadillas. I’m just back from Mexico and tasted the BEST flour tortillas ever! I’ve only ever made corn at home. Will have to try flour next time. :)
I loved seeing your Mexico pictures! It looks like paradise. And yeah, you have to try homemade flour tortillas! Sooo good. :)
I think I know what I will be dreaming of tonight…Mmmmm…creamy cheesy chicken quesadilla.
I love quesadillas and these look to be so creamy and cheesy my carb. tooth would have taken over too!
LOVE that you made your own tortillas! Happy belated Cinco de Mayo to you and I am sure you had a great celebration with these tasty delights! Beautiful photos!
Homemade tortillas are on my list of things to make!! Using them for quesadillas sounds over the top!
You have to try them! They’re so so yummy. :)
Homemade tortillas and these wonderful quesadillas…love this dinner idea. I want to check out your tortilla recipe. Need to make them soon.
I hope you get a chance to make them! They’re really SO good and easy!