Quick Weeknight Canned Chicken Quesadillas: Easy & Satisfying Delight
Enjoy a quick and delicious meal with these canned chicken quesadillas that are perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can canned chicken
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 4 flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Spread canned chicken evenly over one tortilla.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese and add salsa on top of the chicken.
- Top with another tortilla and press down gently.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from skillet and cut into wedges.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add spices like cumin or paprika.
- Serve with sour cream and guacamole.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: quick, easy, canned chicken, quesadillas