Description
This High Protein Chicken Ranch Quesadilla is a delicious and satisfying meal packed with tender chicken, creamy ranch dressing, and a blend of melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, all wrapped in a crispy, golden flour tortilla. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, this recipe combines rich flavors and a comforting texture for the ultimate quesadilla experience.
Ingredients
Scale
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
- Mix Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken, ranch dressing, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed and coated.
- Heat Oil: Warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat until it shimmers, indicating it’s ready for cooking.
- Assemble Quesadilla: Place one flour tortilla into the heated pan. Spread a quarter of the chicken and cheese mixture over half of the tortilla, then fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape.
- Cook One Side: Let the quesadilla cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until the bottom turns golden brown and crisp. Use a spatula to carefully lift and flip it over.
- Cook Other Side: Continue cooking for another 3 to 4 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and the tortilla on this side is also golden brown.
- Repeat and Serve: Remove the cooked quesadilla from the pan and slice into wedges. Keep warm while repeating the process with the remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Serve the quesadillas warm with additional ranch dressing on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken to save preparation time—rotisserie chicken works great.
- For extra crispiness, press down on the quesadilla gently while cooking.
- Feel free to substitute flour tortillas with whole wheat for added fiber.
- Adjust the amount of ranch dressing to your taste preference.
- Serve with salsa or guacamole for additional flavor options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken quesadilla, high protein quesadilla, ranch dressing recipe, easy chicken recipe, cheesy quesadilla
