Shannon’s Almost Like Arby’s Quesadilla Recipe
Overview:
Prepare yourself for a delightful Tex-Mex experience with Shannon’s Almost Like Arby’s Quesadilla. Bursting with flavors reminiscent of Southwestern cuisine, this recipe offers a quick and easy solution for lunch or snack cravings. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll have a savory treat ready in no time.
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Calories per Serving: 144.9
- Keywords: Chicken, Poultry, Meat, Tex Mex, Southwestern U.S., < 30 Mins, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 2 | Boneless skinless chicken breasts |
| 1 | Red onion |
| 2 | Tomatoes |
| 1 | Handful of spinach |
| 4 | Low-fat or fat-free flour tortillas |
| Fat-free cheddar cheese | |
| Nonfat sour cream | |
| Salsa | |
| Mexican spices | |
| Optional: Mushrooms | |
| Optional for vegetarian: Textured Soy Protein Chunks |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Start by sautΓ©ing the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a large skillet sprayed with no-stick cooking spray.
- Sprinkle the chicken with your desired amount of Mexican spices, allowing the flavors to infuse as it cooks. Cook until the chicken is cooked through, white inside, and browned on the outside.
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Assemble the Quesadillas:
- Spray your quesadilla maker with no-stick cooking spray, then place one tortilla flat on the cooking plate.
- Begin layering your quesadilla with half of the cooked chicken, half of the spinach, half of the cheese, half of the tomatoes, and your desired amount of sliced red onion.
- Top the filling with another tortilla, creating a delicious sandwich of flavors.
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Cooking:
- Snap the top of the quesadilla maker shut and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the quesadilla is crispy and golden brown.
- Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients to make the second quesadilla.
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Alternative Cooking Methods:
- If you don’t have a quesadilla maker, fear not! You can still achieve the same delicious results by cooking in the oven at 350Β°F until golden brown.
- Alternatively, you can cook the quesadilla in a large skillet. Simply place half of the ingredients on one tortilla, fold it in half, and brown on each side until crispy and golden.
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Optional Additions:
- For an extra burst of flavor, consider sautΓ©ing a small amount of mushrooms in the skillet after cooking the chicken. Add these mushrooms to your quesadillas for a savory twist.
- If you’re looking to make a vegetarian version of this recipe, substitute the chicken with Textured Soy Protein Chunks. Follow this recipe to prepare the soy “chicken,” then proceed with the recipe as usual.
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Serving:
- Serve your freshly cooked quesadillas with a dollop of nonfat sour cream and salsa on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 144.9
- Fat: 1.7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.4g
- Cholesterol: 68.4mg
- Sodium: 102.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 2.9g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 1.3g
- Protein: 28.5g
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this sensational Shannon’s Almost Like Arby’s Quesadilla recipe. Whether you’re craving a quick snack or a satisfying lunch, this Tex-Mex delight is sure to hit the spot! Enjoy the fusion of flavors and the simplicity of preparation as you indulge in this culinary masterpiece.
