Name: Lower Calorie Chicken Quesadilla
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, minced; 1/2 cup light mayonnaise; 1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt; 1 tbsp jalapeño pickling liquid; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp chili powder; 1 tsp paprika; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 8 oz); 1 tbsp taco seasoning; 2-3 large low-carb flour tortillas; 1/2 cup low-fat shredded Mexican cheese blend; cooking spray; Taco Bell hot sauce packets, for serving

1

First, prepare the creamy jalapeño sauce. In a medium bowl, combine minced pickled jalapeños, light mayonnaise, low-fat yogurt, jalapeño pickling liquid, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

2

Mix well until the sauce is smooth and fully combined. Set aside.

3

Prepare the chicken by butterflying the chicken breast. Season both sides generously with taco seasoning.

4

In a hot pan, cook the chicken for a few minutes on each side until fully cooked through and browned.

5

Remove the chicken from the pan, let it rest for a few minutes, and then chop it into small, bite-sized pieces.

6

To assemble the quesadilla, lay a low-carb tortilla flat. On one half, layer the chopped chicken, a sprinkle of low-fat Mexican cheese blend, and a drizzle of the creamy jalapeño sauce.

7

Fold the other half of the tortilla over the fillings.

8

Lightly coat a pan with cooking spray over medium heat. Cook the quesadilla on both sides until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is completely melted.

9

Remove from the pan, cut into wedges, and serve with hot sauce if desired.

Lower Calorie Chicken Quesadilla

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