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Easy High-Protein Chicken Ranch Quesadillas

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A quick and healthy quesadilla recipe combining shredded chicken, ranch dressing, and a blend of cheeses for a satisfying high-protein meal ready in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (300g) shredded cooked chicken
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) ranch dressing
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch / 25 cm)
  • 1 1/2 cups (170g) shredded cheese blend (sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil or butter for cooking

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken, ranch dressing, garlic powder, chili powder (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly coated.
  2. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
  3. Lay one flour tortilla flat. Sprinkle about 1/3 cup shredded cheese over half the tortilla.
  4. Spoon about 1/2 cup of the chicken-ranch mixture over the cheese, then scatter some sliced green onions.
  5. Add another 1/3 cup shredded cheese on top of the chicken mixture.
  6. Fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently to seal.
  7. Place the folded quesadilla in the hot skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the bottom is golden and crispy.
  8. Carefully flip and cook the other side for another 4-5 minutes until cheese is melted and tortilla is crisp.
  9. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling, adding more oil or butter as needed.
  10. Let cooked quesadillas rest for 1-2 minutes, then slice into wedges and serve warm.

Notes

Do not overfill quesadillas to prevent sogginess and difficulty flipping. Cook over medium heat to avoid burning tortillas. Press gently with spatula while cooking for even crispiness. For gluten-free option, use corn or gluten-free tortillas and check ranch dressing ingredients. Leftover quesadillas can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month. Reheat in skillet for best texture.

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Keywords: chicken quesadilla, high protein, ranch dressing, quick dinner, healthy meal, easy recipe, weeknight dinner

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