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Keto Chicken Quesadilla

Ultimate Keto Chicken Quesadilla: Cheesy, Crispy, Guilt-Free!

This Keto Chicken Quesadilla is the perfect low-carb meal, featuring a cheesy shell and savory filling.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Shell
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Forms the base of the quesadilla shell.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Adds sharpness to the flavor.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Hearty protein; can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper Any color or substitute with zucchini.
  • 1 cup Diced Tomato Adds freshness.
  • ¼ cup Green Onion Gives a hint of sharpness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pizza Pan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a pizza pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese until well-blended.
  3. Spread the cheese mixture onto the prepared parchment paper in a circular shape, about ¼ inch thick.
  4. Bake for approximately 5 minutes until the edges are golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  5. Arrange the cooked chicken, bell pepper, diced tomato, and green onion over one half of the cheese shell.
  6. Fold the cheese shell over the filling and bake for an additional 4-5 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven and serve hot with your favorite sides like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize the filling to your preference, and allow the quesadilla to rest before cutting for better texture.

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