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Leftover Baked Chicken Recipe

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Ingredients
  

  • - 2 cups leftover baked chicken shredded or diced
  • - 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice
  • - 4 flour tortillas
  • - 1 cup diced vegetables bell peppers, onions, or corn
  • - 1 teaspoon taco seasoning optional
  • - Olive oil or cooking spray for frying
  • - Salsa or guacamole for serving optional

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded leftover chicken, diced vegetables, cheese, and taco seasoning (if using). Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and lightly coat it with olive oil or cooking spray.
  • Place one tortilla in the skillet and spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture onto one half of the tortilla. Fold the other half over to create a half-moon shape.
  • Cook the quesadilla for about 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side.
  • Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool for a minute before slicing it into wedges. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.