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Chicken Quesadilla with Salad

Chicken Quesadilla with Salad is a Dinner international recipe with 140 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

140 kcal

Total Time

30 min

Servings

4

Protein

11.9 g

Ingredients

  • Tortillas2 count (80 g)
  • Chicken Breast150 g
  • Onion1/4 count (38 g)
  • Tomato1/2 count (65 g)
  • Cucumber1/2 cup (60 g)
  • Parsley1 tablespoon (4 g)
  • Lemon Juice2 tablespoon (30 g)
  • Paprika Powder1 teaspoon (3 g)
  • Oil1 teaspoon (5 ml)
  • Mozzarella Cheese1 slice (25 g)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Diagonally cut the chicken and marinate with paprika powder, oil, salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Heat a pan over high heat and once heated, add the chicken and sear for 3 minutes per side over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Once seared, lower the heat, cover and cook for 10 minutes until tender. Add more water if required so that it does not dry out.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Simultaneously, finely chop the tomato, onion, cucumber and parsley for the salad.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Place the vegetables in a bowl and mix with the lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Remove the chicken from the pan and shred with a fork.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    In the same pan warm the tortillas 1 minute per side.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    Assemble the quesadillas by filling with the marinated chicken and mozzarella cheese. Top with the remaining tortilla and once the cheese has melted, cut.

  9. 9

    Step 9

    Place on a plate and serve with the salad.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

140

Protein

11.9g

Carbs

12.9g

Fat

4.9g

Fiber

1.3g

Micronutrients

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Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

MilkTree Nut

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Chicken Quesadilla with Salad can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chicken Quesadilla with Salad

How many calories are in Chicken Quesadilla with Salad?

Chicken Quesadilla with Salad has about 140 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Chicken Quesadilla with Salad suitable for vegetarians?

No. Chicken Quesadilla with Salad is not vegetarian as written because it includes Chicken Breast.

Is Chicken Quesadilla with Salad gluten-free?

Chicken Quesadilla with Salad is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Chicken Quesadilla with Salad?

Yes. This recipe includes Milk and Tree Nut. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Chicken Quesadilla with Salad ahead of time?

Chicken Quesadilla with Salad can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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