Keto Drive-Thru Chicken Quesadilla w Tangy Sauce Recipe

Gluten Free
Lunch
Main Dishes
Quick Easy
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Keto Drive-Thru Chicken Quesadilla w Tangy Sauce
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Description

Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, satisfying quesadilla, its flavors reminiscent of your favorite fast-food indulgence, yet perfectly aligned with your health goals. This recipe delivers that experience, offering a delightful alternative that doesn't compromise on taste or texture. Tender pieces of chicken, seasoned with a vibrant blend of spices, form the heart of this dish.

Each bite is an explosion of savory goodness, the chicken's inherent juiciness enhanced by a tantalizing sauce. This luscious sauce, with its zesty and slightly tangy notes, elevates the chicken to new heights, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. What truly sets this quesadilla apart is its innovative approach to the tortilla.

Instead of relying on traditional flour-based wraps, this recipe utilizes a crispy, golden-brown cheese tortilla. As the cheese melts and crisps in the pan, it transforms into a sturdy yet delicate vessel, providing the perfect textural contrast to the succulent chicken filling. The result is a harmonious blend of textures – the slight chewiness of the chicken, the creamy smoothness of the sauce, and the delightful crunch of the cheese tortilla.

This recipe is incredibly versatile. The seasoned chicken can be prepared in advance, making it ideal for meal prepping. Simply store the cooked chicken in the refrigerator, and when hunger strikes, quickly assemble your quesadilla with a freshly made cheese tortilla.

For those who prefer a softer wrap, large lettuce leaves or roasted nori seaweed sheets can be used as a low-carb alternative. The vibrant green of the lettuce or the subtle sea flavor of the nori adds another layer of complexity to the dish. Regardless of your preferred wrap, the key to a perfect quesadilla lies in the cooking process.

A non-stick pan is essential for achieving that golden-brown, crispy cheese tortilla. The cheese will naturally release from the pan once it has cooked to perfection, ensuring a seamless transfer to your plate. Avoid using regular pans or cast iron, as they can cause the cheese to stick and burn.

This quesadilla is more than just a recipe; it's an invitation to indulge in a guilt-free pleasure. It's a testament to the fact that healthy eating can be both satisfying and delicious. So go ahead, treat yourself to this flavorful creation and experience the joy of a truly exceptional quesadilla.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
25 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 serving serving
C
Calories
600 Kcal

C
Carbs
10 g
Fi
Fiber
3 g
Sugar
5 g

P
Protein
35 g

C
Fats
45 g
Saturated Fats 20 g
Unsaturated Fats 20 g

Cholestrol 150 mg
Sodium 900 mg
Potassium 300 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Chicken Breast Boneless Skinless Raw
    Chicken Breast Boneless Skinless Raw
    4 oz
    2.
    Salt
    Salt
    0.13 tsp
    3.
    Black pepper
    Black pepper
    0.13 tsp
    4.
    Cumin, ground
    Cumin, ground
    0.13 tsp
    5.
    Onion powder
    Onion powder
    0.13 tsp
    6.
    Garlic powder
    Garlic powder
    0.13 tsp
    7.
    Olive Or Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    Olive Or Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    1 tsp
    8.
    Mayonnaise
    Mayonnaise
    1 tbsp
    9.
    Sour cream
    Sour cream
    1 tsp
    10.
    Chili Powder
    Chili Powder
    0.13 tsp
    11.
    Cumin, ground
    Cumin, ground
    0.13 tsp
    12.
    Black pepper
    Black pepper
    0.13 tsp
    13.
    Onion powder
    Onion powder
    0.13 tsp
    14.
    Paprika
    Paprika
    0.13 tsp
    15.
    Colby Jack cheese
    Colby Jack cheese
    0.75 cup, shredded

Instructions

    1.
    Make the chicken first by patting a thin-sliced breast dry with a paper towel. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, cumin, onion powder, and garlic powder. Heat the olive oil on medium-high heat in a pan. Once the oil is hot, place the chicken in and cook it until it’s golden-brown on both sides. It should take about 8 minutes to cook the chicken. You may cook it at a higher temperature to blacken the spices if you prefer, but this mock-drive-thru quesadilla usually has juicy pieces of chicken.
    2.
    Set the chicken aside to cool on a cutting board. When it’s cooled, chop the chicken into small pieces. The finer you can chop the chicken, the less likely you’ll have pieces that fall out of the quesadilla later. Leave the chopped chicken aside as you mix together the tangy drive-thru sauce. Stir together in a large bowl mayonnaise, sour cream, and just a pinch each of chili powder, cumin, black pepper, onion powder, and paprika until you have a tangy sauce. Fold the chopped chicken into the sauce and set the bowl aside.
    3.
    It’s time to make the quesadilla! Arrange the shredded cheese in the base of a non-stick 8” or 10” pan. Spread the cheese out so it’s all in a thin, even-layered circle filling the bottom of the pan. Place the pan over medium heat on the stove, and cook the cheese undisturbed until it melts. Once the cheese is melted, place the chicken with tangy sauce filling on one half of the cheese “tortilla”.
    4.
    Again, leave the cheese undisturbed as it continues to cook past melting to bubbling and then hardening to a dark orange disc. When you can slide a spatula between the cheese tortilla and the pan, gently lift and slide the quesadilla from the pan onto your serving dish. Use your spatula to fold the cheese tortilla over the chicken filling and hold it in place for a few seconds as the cheese continues to harden in its final form. When the cheese has hardened and cooled, cut the quesadilla in half for serving.