High-Protein Chicken Ranch Quesadilla: A Deliciously Easy Twist
A savory and satisfying high-protein chicken ranch quesadilla that is easy to make and perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: High-Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 4 flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half of the cheese on top.
- Add half of the chicken mixture over the cheese, then top with another tortilla.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Slice into wedges and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding diced bell peppers or onions.
- You can substitute the ranch dressing with Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg