High Protein Chicken Ranch Quesadilla Recipe
A delicious and protein-packed quesadilla featuring tender cooked chicken, creamy ranch dressing, and a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, all grilled to golden perfection in a skillet. Perfect as a hearty snack or quick meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 quesadillas (serves 4) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Quesadilla
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken, ranch dressing, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well mixed and evenly coated.
- Heat the pan: Place 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet and heat it over medium heat until it shimmers, indicating it is hot and ready.
- Assemble the quesadilla: Place one large flour tortilla flat in the heated pan. Spread a quarter of the chicken and cheese mixture over half of the tortilla, then fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
- Cook one side: Allow the quesadilla to cook for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until the bottom side turns golden brown and crisp.
- Flip and cook the other side: Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula, then cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until the cheese melts inside and the other side is also golden brown.
- Remove and keep warm: Take the cooked quesadilla out of the skillet and slice it into wedges. Keep it warm while you repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Serve: Serve the quesadilla warm with additional ranch dressing on the side for dipping to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken to save time and ensure safety.
- Adjust the ranch dressing amount depending on your preferred creaminess.
- For a crispier quesadilla, use a bit more olive oil or butter.
- Flour tortillas work best for pliability and texture.
- Optional: Add vegetables like diced bell peppers or onions for added nutrition and flavor.
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