Chicken Breakfast Quesadilla (Printable Version)
Toasted tortillas packed with chicken, scrambled eggs, cheddar and peppers for a quick, protein-rich breakfast.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
→ Eggs
02 - 3 large eggs
→ Vegetables
03 - 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
04 - 2 tablespoons green onion, sliced
→ Dairy
05 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
07 - 2 tablespoons milk or cream
08 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
→ Tortillas
09 - 2 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
→ Seasonings
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
12 - Pinch of smoked paprika (optional)
# Directions:
01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs with milk or cream, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika until thoroughly combined.
02 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add butter. Sauté red bell pepper and green onion until softened, about 2 minutes.
03 - Pour in the egg mixture and cook gently, stirring until softly set, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and reserve.
04 - Place one tortilla on a clean work surface. Distribute half of each cheese evenly, followed by scrambled eggs, chicken, and sautéed vegetables. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
05 - Cover with the second tortilla, pressing lightly to seal the filling.
06 - Warm a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Transfer the assembled quesadilla and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
07 - Remove from heat, allow to rest for 1 to 2 minutes, then cut into wedges. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It’s the kind of breakfast that feels sneakily indulgent, yet is loaded with protein to keep you fueled.
- The mix-and-match vibe means you can swap in whatever cheese or veggies you have and never get bored.
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- Trying to flip the quesadilla too soon can make it fall apart—wait until the cheese starts melting before turning.
- Add the cheese both underneath and on top of the filling; it glues everything together and helps toast the tortillas perfectly.
03 -
- Warming tortillas briefly in the microwave prevents cracking during assembly.
- For the crispiest finish, press down gently with a spatula as it cooks and don’t rush the toasting.