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Dietitian's tip: A quesadilla is a flour tortilla filled with cooked meat, refried beans, cheese or other ingredients that are folded then grilled or baked. Serve these chicken quesadillas as a main dish or cut them in strips and serve as an appetizer.
Serves 6
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, each 4 ounces
1 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup smoky or hot salsa
1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
6 flour tortillas, each 8 inches in diameter
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Directions
Preheat the oven to 425 F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
Cut each chicken breast into cubes. In a large, nonstick frying pan, add the chicken and onions and saute until the onions are tender and the chicken is thoroughly cooked, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in the salsa, tomatoes and cilantro.
To assemble, lay a tortilla flat and rub the outside edge with water. Spread about 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture onto the tortilla, leaving about 1/2 inch free around the outer rim. Sprinkle with a spoonful of shredded cheese. Fold tortilla in half and seal. Place on a cookie sheet. Repeat with the remaining tortillas. Lightly coat the top of the tortillas with cooking spray.
Bake until the quesadillas are lightly browned and crispy, about 5 to 7 minutes. Cut in half and serve immediately.
Nutritional Analysis
(per serving)| Serving size: 2 halves | |||
| Calories | 444 | Cholesterol | 51 mg |
| Protein | 32 g | Sodium | 736 mg |
| Carbohydrate | 55 g | Fiber | 1 g |
| Total fat | 10 g | Potassium | 526 mg |
| Saturated fat | 3 g | Calcium | 390 mg |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3 g | ||
