Go Back
Cheesy chicken quesadilla stack on a plate in a bright kitchen with melted cheese and herbs

Cheesy Chicken Quesadillas for Game Day Nights

Chef Roberto, an Italian-American cuisine expert from Eat Every Slice, smiling while holding a plate of freshly made pasta garnished with basil.Roberto
Crispy cheesy chicken quesadillas with melty cheese and seasoned chicken. Easy to share and perfect for game day nights and casual gatherings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Game Day, Main Dish
Cuisine American Italian Inspired
Servings 4 quesadillas
Calories 410 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp knife
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

Chicken Filling

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken cut into small pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Quesadillas

  • 4 flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese

Instructions
 

  • Toss chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook chicken in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked and lightly golden.
  • Remove chicken and wipe skillet clean.
  • Place a tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle cheese over half.
  • Add chicken and more cheese.
  • Fold tortilla and cook until golden, then flip and cook until cheese melts.
  • Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Slice and serve warm.

Notes

Cook quesadillas over medium heat to ensure crisp tortillas and fully melted cheese.
Keyword cheesy chicken quesadilla, easy party quesadilla, family friendly game day food, game day quesadillas