Easy High Protein Chicken Ranch Quesadilla Recipe
This Easy High Protein Chicken Ranch Quesadilla recipe is a quick and delicious meal perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner. Combining tender chicken, creamy ranch dressing, and melted cheese all grilled to golden perfection inside a crispy tortilla, it’s a flavorful, protein-packed dish that’s simple to prepare in minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced
Tortillas
- 2 large flour tortillas
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese)
Ranch Dressing
- 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken with ranch dressing, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated to add flavor and moisture.
- Assemble the quesadilla: Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread the chicken and ranch mixture evenly over the tortilla, then sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top. Cover with the second tortilla.
- Cook the quesadilla: Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Place the assembled quesadilla in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until it is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.
- Flip and cook the other side: Carefully flip the quesadilla with a spatula and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the second side is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Serve: Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it sit for a minute before slicing into wedges. Serve warm with additional ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce if desired.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken to save time.
- Feel free to add vegetables like diced bell peppers or onions for extra flavor and nutrition.
- To make it spicy, add a dash of hot sauce or jalapeños to the filling.
- Use a non-stick pan or lightly oil the skillet to prevent sticking.
- Tortilla size can be adjusted to your preference for portion control.
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