Description

These crispy Gluten Free Chicken & Spinach Quesadillas are loaded with juicy chicken, fresh spinach, and melty cheese — all tucked inside golden, buttery gluten-free tortillas. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners, meal prep, or even a cheesy snack attack. Nobody will guess they’re gluten-free!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (or thighs if you want juicy vibes)
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt & pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Quesadillas

8 Gluten Free tortillas (I love Mission GF tortillas — they don’t fall apart)
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups fresh baby spinach (don’t skip this)
2 tablespoons butter (for the pan)

Optional For Serving

Salsa
Guacamole
Sour cream
Fresh cilantro
Lime wedges

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Instructions

Heat a clean skillet over medium heat.
Butter one side of a gluten-free tortilla.
Lay it butter-side down in the skillet.
Sprinkle some cheese mix.
Add chopped chicken.
Add wilted spinach.
Sprinkle more cheese (never apologize for extra cheese).
Top with another buttered tortilla (butter side up).

Cook for 2-3 mins per side until golden brown and melty inside.

Tip: Press down gently with a spatula so all that gooey magic sticks together.

Notes

I love using Mission Gluten Free Tortillas for this recipe because they hold together perfectly.
Warm gluten-free tortillas for a few seconds in the microwave to prevent tearing.
These quesadillas freeze really well — wrap in foil and reheat in the oven for crispy perfection.
Feel free to swap chicken with shrimp, steak, or even black beans for a vegetarian option.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish, Dinner, Lunch, Quick Meals
Method: Stovetop, Pan-Fried
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired, American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 large quesadilla (about 3 wedges)
Calories: 430 kcal
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Fat: 24 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 30 g
Cholesterol: 85 mg