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Italian Quesadillas with Chicken, Basil, and Mozzarella

A delicious fusion of Italian flavors wrapped in crispy tortillas, perfect for quick meals or gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces tortillas
  • 16 oz rotisserie chicken, chopped or shredded
  • 2 TB fresh basil, chopped or chiffonade
  • 1 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • ½ jar pizza sauce (about 135 grams)

Instructions
 

Cooking

  • Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Lightly spray with cooking spray or brush olive oil onto the surface to prevent sticking.
  • Place one tortilla on the skillet. On one half of the tortilla, evenly spread the shredded chicken, fresh basil, mozzarella cheese, and dollops of pizza sauce.
  • Let the tortilla cook for a few minutes until the cheese starts to melt and the bottom side of the tortilla turns golden brown.
  • Optionally, cover with a skillet lid to help melt the cheese quicker, but watch carefully to avoid burning.
  • Carefully fold the plain half of the tortilla over the topped half to form a half-moon shape.
  • Cook the folded quesadilla for about one more minute, then flip it over to brown the other side and ensure the cheese is fully melted.
  • Once both sides are browned to your liking and the cheese is melted, remove from heat.
  • Cut into halves or quarters using a pizza cutter for easy serving. Serve immediately.

Notes

Serve with a side of fresh mixed greens drizzled with a light vinaigrette, garlic bread, or a small caprese salad. Provide a small bowl of extra pizza sauce for dipping.
Keyword Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Italian Quesadillas, Quesadillas with Chicken, Quick Meal