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High Protein Pizza Quesadillas

High Protein Pizza Quesadillas That Boost Your Energy!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

Delicious and nutritious high protein pizza quesadillas that are perfect for a quick meal or snack, packed with energy-boosting ingredients.


Ingredients

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  • 2 whole wheat tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 1/4 cup pizza sauce
  • 1/4 cup bell peppers, diced
  • 1/4 cup onions, diced
  • 1/4 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Olive oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little olive oil.
  2. Spread pizza sauce on one side of each tortilla.
  3. On one tortilla, layer mozzarella cheese, shredded chicken, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Top with the second tortilla, sauce side down.
  5. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  6. Remove from skillet, slice into wedges, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences.
  • For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and add more vegetables.
  • Serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: High Protein Pizza Quesadillas, Healthy Quesadillas, Protein Packed Meal