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Irresistible High Protein Chicken

Irresistible High Protein Chicken Ranch Quesadilla Recipe


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  • Author: Michael
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

Savor the irresistible combination of tender chicken, gooey cheese, and zesty ranch dressing wrapped in a crispy tortilla. This dish is quick to prepare and perfect for any gathering.


Ingredients

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  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 tsp olive oil (or cooking spray)
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers or spinach (optional)

Instructions

  1. Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; add chicken, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown, about 7-10 minutes.
  3. Pour ranch dressing over cooked chicken and stir until evenly coated; let simmer briefly.
  4. On one half of each tortilla, layer shredded cheese followed by the ranch chicken mixture; fold the other half over.
  5. In the same skillet, cook each quesadilla for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Slice into wedges and serve immediately with extra ranch dressing on the side.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: Main Dish
    • Method: Skillet
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
    • Calories: 400
    • Sugar: 2g
    • Sodium: 800mg
    • Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
    • Carbohydrates: 35g
    • Fiber: 2g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Cholesterol: 70mg