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Crispy Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla Wedges Easy Lunchbox Recipe

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, cheesy chicken quesadilla wedges perfect for lunchboxes, featuring a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses with seasoned chicken and smoky paprika.

Ingredients

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  • Flour tortillas (8-inch size, soft but sturdy)
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or finely diced (leftover rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 1 ½ cups cheese blend (¾ cup shredded cheddar, ¾ cup Monterey Jack)
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • Optional: fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish), salsa or sour cream for dipping

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, sliced green onions, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well combined (about 5 minutes).
  2. Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Evenly spread the chicken and cheese mixture over the tortilla, leaving about a ½-inch border around the edges. Top with the second tortilla, pressing gently to seal.
  3. Place a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of softened butter and let it melt, coating the bottom of the pan. Wait until the butter foams but doesn’t brown.
  4. Transfer the assembled quesadilla to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side without moving it until golden brown and crispy. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter, then gently flip and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes.
  5. Remove the quesadilla from the pan and place it on a cutting board. Let it rest for 2 minutes to allow the cheese to set slightly.
  6. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice the quesadilla into 6-8 wedges.
  7. Serve warm with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream. For lunchboxes, let wedges cool completely before packing to avoid sogginess.

Notes

Butter the pan, not the tortilla, to achieve a golden crispy crust without sogginess. Use medium heat to avoid burning before cheese melts. Let the quesadilla rest before cutting to prevent cheese from oozing out. If wedges brown too fast, reduce heat and cover pan briefly to help cheese melt evenly.

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