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15-Minute Easy Chicken Quesadillas (Extra Cheesy!)

15-Minute Easy Chicken Quesadillas (Extra Cheesy!)
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These 15-minute Chicken Quesadillas are cheesy, flavorful, and just a little spicy—perfect for a quick dinner or satisfying lunch. Using rotisserie chicken is the secret shortcut, cutting prep time while keeping everything juicy and delicious. Crispy on the outside and melty on the inside, these quesadillas come together fast with pantry spices and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup shredded or chopped cooked chicken (rotisserie works great)

  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese

  • 1½ tablespoons tomato paste

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • ⅓ teaspoon ground cumin

  • ⅓ teaspoon ground coriander

  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

  • 1 jalapeño, chopped

  • ½ cup arugula, chopped

  • Handful of basil leaves or chopped dill

  • ½ cup shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or Monterey Jack)

  • 2 flour tortillas

  • Olive oil, for cooking

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, garlic, tomato paste, cumin, coriander, crushed red pepper, and 1 teaspoon water until smooth.

  • Stir in the chicken, jalapeño, arugula, and basil (or dill) until well combined.

  • Spread half of the mixture over one half of each tortilla. Sprinkle cheese on top.

  • Fold the tortillas in half.

  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with a little olive oil.

  • Cook the quesadillas until golden and crispy, about 2–3 minutes per side.

  • Slice into wedges and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor.

  • Don’t overfill the tortillas—this helps them crisp evenly.

  • Grate your own cheese for the best melt.

  • Adjust the heat by adding more or less jalapeño or red pepper flakes.

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