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Mini chicken quesadillas stacked on top of one another.
Course Appetizer, Main Course

Mini Chicken Avocado Quesadillas

By: Elysia
Servings 8 mini quesadillas
These mini chicken quesadillas with avocado are not only super easy to make, but they also make the perfect delicious and healthier bite-sized appetizer or snack. Serve along with some salsa for a meal or snack that the whole family will love! 
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes

Ingredients
  

Mini Chicken Quesadillas

  • 8 mini street taco flour tortillas
  • 1 1/2 cups diced or shredded chicken
  • 3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil, or other neutral oil for frying

For the guacamole

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon finely diced jalapeno pepper (optional)

Instructions

  • In a medium-sized bowl, prepare the guacamole. Shred or dice the chicken and shred the cheese.
  • Use a rubber spatula or fork to spread a thin layer of guacamole on the tortilla. Repeat for all 8 tortillas. The guacamole will act as the ‘glue’ to help the tortilla stick together.
  • Next, add some chicken to one side of the tortilla in a single layer.
  • Add a couple tablespoons of shredded cheese on top of the chicken, then fold the tortilla in half, tucking all of the ingredients inside. Repeat for remaining quesadillas.
  • Heat a skillet to medium heat. Add in oil and allow it to heat. Once it starts to sizzle, add the quesadillas and let them cook 3-4 minutes on each side.
  • Once they’re golden brown and the cheese is melted, flip them (you may need to add a bit more oil to prevent sticking or burning).
  • Serve warm with leftover guacamole, shredded lettuce, fresh pico, salsa or other desired toppings! 

Notes

  • If you're short on time, you can make these chicken quesadillas with rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken.
  • Avoid making the guacamole too far in advance or it may start to brown. It's best prepared within an hour or so of making the quesadillas.
  • Be sure to add enough of the guacamole mixture to each quesadilla so that it stays together while cooking.

Nutrition

Calories: 174kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 12gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 177mgPotassium: 126mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 118IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 84mgIron: 0.2mg
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