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High Protein Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla (487 Calories, 53g Protein)
by Jalalsamfit
recipe easy Mexican

High Protein Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla (487 Calories, 53g Protein)

A high-protein cheesy chicken quesadilla with 487 calories and an impressive 53g of protein per serving. Shredded seasoned chicken breast is combined with eggs, tomatoes, and low-fat cheese, all wrapped in a low-calorie tortilla and toasted golden. Served with a creamy avocado green dipping sauce for the perfect finish.

10m Prep
20m Cook
30m Total
1 Servings
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Ingredients

chicken
  • 200 g chicken breast (whole)
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp oregano
green sauce
  • 0.5 whole avocado
  • 60 g low-fat yogurt
  • 1 handful coriander (fresh)
  • 1 squeeze lime juice
quesadilla
  • 2 whole eggs (beaten)
  • 1 whole low calorie tortilla wrap
  • 1 whole tomato (sliced)
  • 30 g low-fat cheese (shredded)

Steps

  1. 1
    Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and oregano. Mix well.
    ~2 min
  2. 2
    Make the green sauce: blend half an avocado, low-fat yogurt, coriander, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice until thick and creamy.
    ~3 min
  3. 3
    Cook the chicken on medium heat for 8 minutes, then shred into pieces.
    ~10 min
  4. 4
    Add beaten eggs to a pan and place the low-calorie wrap over it. Let cook, then flip.
    ~3 min
  5. 5
    Add tomato slices (seasoned with salt and pepper), shredded chicken, and low-fat cheese. Fold and toast both sides.
    ~4 min
  6. 6
    Serve with the green dipping sauce and enjoy.
    ~1 min

Nutrition (per serving)

487
Calories
53g
Protein
28g
Carbs
16g
Fat
4g
Fiber
Cultural Context
Quesadillas are a popular Mexican dish traditionally made with cheese in a tortilla. This protein-packed version adds eggs and chicken breast to dramatically boost the protein content for fitness goals.
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High Protein Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla Only 487 CALS with 53g protein!
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