Chicken Fajita Quesadillas with Fresh Guacamole Recipe
This Chicken Fajita Quesadillas recipe combines tender, seasoned chicken thighs with sautéed bell peppers and onions, all melted between warm flour tortillas with Mexican cheese. Served with a fresh, zesty homemade guacamole, this dish is perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s quick to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 quesadillas 1x
- Category: Entree
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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Chicken and Vegetables
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium sweet onion, sliced
- 2–3 tbsp taco seasoning
Quesadillas
- 6–8 large flour tortillas
- 2–3 cups shredded Mexican cheese
Fresh Guacamole
- 3 ripe avocados
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- 2 jalapeño peppers, diced
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- Juice of 2 limes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped chicken thighs seasoned with 2-3 tablespoons of taco seasoning. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, add sliced green and red bell peppers and the sliced onion. Cook over medium heat until the vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Combine Chicken and Vegetables: Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the sautéed vegetables. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2 minutes to combine flavors. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Prepare Guacamole: In a bowl, mash the ripe avocados until smooth but still slightly chunky. Stir in the diced onion, chopped cilantro, diced jalapeño peppers, diced tomato, lime juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and set aside.
- Assemble Quesadillas: Lay out one flour tortilla and sprinkle a layer of shredded Mexican cheese on one half. Add a generous portion of the chicken and vegetable mixture over the cheese, then top with another layer of cheese. Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
- Cook Quesadillas: Heat a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the assembled quesadilla on the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted inside.
- Serve: Remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them rest for 1-2 minutes. Cut into wedges and serve warm with the freshly made guacamole on the side.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier quesadillas, but chicken breasts can be substituted if preferred.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño in the guacamole to control the heat level.
- For a crispier quesadilla, press down gently while cooking and use a non-stick skillet or griddle.
- Leftover quesadillas can be refrigerated and reheated in a skillet or oven to retain crispiness.
- For a low-carb version, substitute flour tortillas with low-carb or whole wheat tortillas.
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