Description
These Mini Chicken Avocado Quesadillas are the perfect combination of creamy avocado, tender chicken, gooey cheese, and flavorful spices, all wrapped up in a crispy tortilla. They make a delicious appetizer or quick meal that’s sure to please everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken-Avocado Filling:
- 1 cup cooked chicken (shredded or chopped)
- 1 ripe avocado (diced)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Assembly and Cooking:
- 4 small flour tortillas (6-inch size)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken-Avocado Filling: In a bowl, mash the avocado and mix in lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Fold in the cooked chicken and cheese until well combined.
- Assemble the Quesadillas: Spread the chicken-avocado mixture over half of each tortilla. Fold in half to create a half-moon shape.
- Cook the Quesadillas: Heat a skillet over medium heat, brush with oil or butter, and cook the quesadillas 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy with melted cheese.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, cut into wedges, and serve warm.
Notes
- Serve with salsa, sour cream, or hot sauce
- Optional: Add chopped cilantro or diced tomatoes for extra freshness
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini quesadilla
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
