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Close-up of golden-brown High-Protein Chicken Ranch Quesadilla slices filled with melted cheese and chicken.

High-Protein Chicken Ranch Quesadilla

This recipe for High-Protein Chicken Ranch Quesadilla is a quick and delicious meal perfect for health-conscious individuals. It's packed with protein and flavor, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken (97/3)
  • 6 slices Bacon cut into strips
  • 2 Tbsp Ranch Seasoning
For the Quesadillas
  • 8 oz Cheddar shredded
  • 8 Tortillas I used 6" Mission Carb Balance tortillas
  • 1 tsp Cooking spray optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • griddle
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel and drain the remaining grease.
  2. Add the ground chicken to the same skillet and cook until no pink remains.
  3. Add the ranch seasoning and cooked bacon pieces back to the ground chicken. Stir well until no visible ranch seasoning remains. Transfer the chicken mixture to a bowl and set aside.
  4. Place the skillet or a large griddle over medium-low to medium heat. Lightly spray with cooking spray and add a tortilla.
  5. Place 2 tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese on one half of the tortilla, followed by about 40-45g of the chicken mixture, and another 2 tablespoons of cheese.
  6. Gently fold the tortilla in half using a spatula. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Adjust heat if tortillas brown too quickly.
  7. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Nutrition

Carbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

This recipe is a personal favorite for busy days, offering a satisfying and protein-rich meal that is both delicious and easy to prepare. You can also use other fillings like crispy pork tenderloin carnitas, the filling from cheesy beef baked tacos, or shredded buffalo chicken.

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