Chicken Mushroom Spinach Quesadillas with Feta

Chicken Mushroom Spinach Quesadillas with Feta is the way to go for a simple and delicious lunch. Great for assembling ahead, then heat up for a quick and easy meal.

kind of cheese he prefers because I already know the answer.
“What do you want on your pizza?” “Feta.”
“What cheese should I use in your calzone?” “Feta.”
“What should I put in your quesadilla?” “Feta.”  

Which is better, pre-crumbled or in brine?

The consensus is that feta sold in block form in brine is better. It is creamier, moister, and has more flavor than the pre-crumbled varieties. The brine also preserves the cheese longer. It is the best choice if you are cooking and desire a creamier and softer texture. 

That said, I don’t always follow the above guidelines. To avoid waste, I use whatever I have. So, if pre-crumbled is what is in the house and has been opened, it’s the pick of the day.

Now, these quesadillas! They are filled with chicken, mushrooms, fresh spinach, and feta. They make a simple and satisfying sandwich. I have been cranking out batches lately. I make sure there are extras for my son to reheat for lunch and midnight snacks. (And I mean literal midnight snacks. He eats at all hours of the day and night!) A quick warm-up in the toaster oven or the microwave, and he is on his way to a substantial and filling snack.

These quesadillas are a great way to use up leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken. I always seem to have the latter on hand. They are one of the best buys in the grocery store. You can’t beat them as a time-saving option and as a vehicle for getting quick and easy dishes on the table.

See you back here next time!♡

Recommended supplies:

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• A skillet for browning the quesadillas. This one is 12-inch stainless steel and comes with a lifetime warranty.
• A turner for flipping the quesadillas.

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Chicken Mushroom Spinach Quesadillas with Feta

Author: Thao | In Good Flavor Cooking Method:Layering Cuisine:American Courses:Main Recipe Keys: C Carbohydrate High Protein

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 20 minutesCook time: 20 minutesTotal time: 40 minutesServings:4 Servings

Description

Chicken Mushroom Spinach Quesadillas with Feta is the way to go for a simple and delicious lunch. Great for assembling ahead, then heat up for a quick and easy meal.

Ingredients

• 3 ounces baby spinach
• 8 ounces mushrooms, cleaned and sliced (I used button mushrooms)
• 1/16 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon vegetable or extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cups diced cooked chicken
• 5 ounces feta cheese
• 4 8-inch flour tortillas
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

1. Preheat a 10-inch or 12-inch non-stick skillet on medium heat. Add spinach. Cook just until it wilts, about 30 seconds. Remove immediately. Set aside.
2. Turn heat to medium-high. Add oil to the skillet. Add mushrooms in a single layer. Allow to cook for 1 minute. Add salt and pepper to extract the liquid. Stir. Continue to cook until the mushrooms are caramelized and soft, stirring occasionally. Total cooking time is about 8 minutes. Reduce heat if it starts to burn during cooking.
3. Assemble the quesadillas. Place a tortilla on a work surface. Spread a rounded tablespoon of feta on one half of the tortilla, layer with 1/2 cup chicken, 1/4 of the mushrooms, 1/4 of the spinach, and another tablespoon of feta. Fold the empty half of the tortilla over to form a semicircle. Press down gently to flatten slightly. Continue assembling the remaining tortillas.
4. Rinse and wipe the skillet clean. Preheat the medium-low. Brush the tops of 2 quesadillas with butter. Place the butter side down into the skillet. Cover. Cook until the bottom is golden brown, about 3 minutes. Brush tops with butter. Flip over. Cover and cook the second side until golden brown. Repeat for the remaining two 

Notes

• If not using a non-stick skillet, add a touch of oil to the pan before cooking spinach. More oil might be needed when cooking mushrooms to prevent sticking.
• The ingredients portions given are guidelines. Use more or less of a particular ingredient to suit your taste.

Keywords:Chicken Quesadillas, Spinach, Feta, Mushroom

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