Citrus-Lime Chicken Quesadillas
Citrus-Lime Chicken Quesadillas balance tangy margarita mix with bright lemon and lime, soaking into tender chicken and melting into a duo of Cheddar and Monterey Jack. Each bite is cheesy and vibrant with a gentle garlic finish, perfect for game night, casual dinners, or sharing with friends.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
In a large bowl, stir together the margarita mix, lemon juice, lime juice, and garlic powder.
- 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the chicken in the hot oil until it is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess oil from the chicken. Pour the margarita mixture into the skillet with the chicken; simmer until most of the mixture has evaporated, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a paper towel-lined plate and drain.
- 4
Layer 4 tortillas with the chicken, Cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese; top with the remaining 4 tortillas. Place the prepared quesadillas, 1 or 2 at a time, on a large baking sheet.
- 5
Bake the quesadillas in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted, about 15 minutes. Repeat with the remaining quesadillas; cut into quarters to serve.
- Calories 833.19 kcal High
- Protein 46.8 g Good Source
- Carbs 73.25 g Moderate
- Total Fat 40.35 g High
- Saturated Fat 18.3 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 155.76 mg High
- Sodium 1663.06 mg High
- Fiber 2.2 g Low Source
- Sugar 11.78 g High
- Added Sugar 2.16 g Low Source
- Calcium 799.56 mg Good Source
- Iron 5.1 mg Good Source
- Potassium 549.0 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 0.15 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 2.2 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.62 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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