Chicken Quesadilla

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High-Protein Chicken Quesadilla! Crispy, cheesy, and packed with 36g of protein for only 370 calories—a quick, flavorful meal that hits your macros and your cravings. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a post-workout meal.

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Chicken Quesadilla

These chicken quesadillas make building macro-friendly meals so easy. It really comes down to being smart with your ingredients—low-calorie tortillas, reduced-fat cheese, and a few simple seasonings go a long way. I like using chicken thighs instead of chicken breast since they’re juicier, more flavorful, and still easy to fit into your macros.

Ingredients

Main

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp avocado oil (or any oil preferred)
• 4 low-calorie tortillas
• 112g reduced-fat mozzarella cheese

Seasonings

• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder

Step-By-Step Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   Toss your chicken thighs in a bowl with the avocado oil and seasoning blend. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes—or longer if you have time. The longer it sits, the more flavor it’ll soak up.
2. Cook the Chicken:
   Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden, crispy, and fully cooked through. Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
3. Assemble the Quesadilla:
   On one side of a tortilla, layer some mozzarella, the sliced chicken, another sprinkle of cheese, and a drizzle of chipotle sauce if you’re using it.
4. Toast Until Golden & Melted:
   Fold it over and toast both sides in a skillet until the outside is crispy and the cheese is melted. Medium-Low heat works best to avoid burning the tortilla before the cheese melts.
5. Slice & Serve:
   Cut it in half and serve while hot. I like pairing it with Chipotle Sauce, Salsa, Greek yogurt, or just enjoying it on its own.

Macro Breakdown

Chicken Quesadilla

High-Protein Chicken Quesadilla! Crispy, cheesy, and packed with 36g of protein for only 370 calories—a quick, flavorful meal that hits your macros and your cravings. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a post-workout meal.

Servings: 4

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Ingredients 

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• Main Ingredients
• 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp avocado oil or any oil preferred
• 4 low-calorie tortillas
• 112 g reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
• Seasonings
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken:

• Toss your chicken thighs in a bowl with the avocado oil and seasoning blend. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes—or longer if you have time. The longer it sits, the more flavor it’ll soak up.

Cook the Chicken:

• Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden, crispy, and fully cooked through. Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.

Assemble the Quesadilla:

• On one side of a tortilla, layer some mozzarella, the sliced chicken, another sprinkle of cheese, and a drizzle of chipotle sauce if you’re using it.

Toast Until Golden & Melted:

• Fold it over and toast both sides in a skillet until the outside is crispy and the cheese is melted. Medium-Low heat works best to avoid burning the tortilla before the cheese melts.

Slice & Serve:

• Cut it in half and serve while hot. I like pairing it with Chipotle Sauce, Salsa, Greek yogurt, or just enjoying it on its own.

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Nutrition

Calories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 36gFat: 21.5g

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Mexican

Keyword easy high protein meal, healthy chicken quesadilla, high protein chicken quesadilla, high protein lunch ideas, low calorie chicken quesadilla, macro friendly quesadilla

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