Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Quesadillas: 8 Amazing Bites
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Enjoy delicious chicken fajita quesadillas made easy on a sheet pan. This recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Author: Ben Androshov
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bell pepper (any color), thinly sliced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: salsa, sour cream, guacamole, chopped cilantro
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, toss the sliced chicken with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the seasoned chicken in a single layer on one half of the prepared baking sheet.
- Arrange the sliced bell pepper and onion in a single layer on the other half of the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Shred or chop the cooked chicken.
- Prepare the quesadillas: Lay out four tortillas. Top each with a portion of the shredded chicken, cooked vegetables, and shredded cheese.
- Fold the remaining four tortillas in half and place them on top of the filling.
- Place the assembled quesadillas back onto the baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Bake for another 5-8 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey.
- Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- You can use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for an even quicker meal.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or jalapeños.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili powder or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg