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Cheesy Garlic Chicken Quesadilla Pie

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This cheesy garlic chicken quesadilla pie is a comforting, family-friendly dinner featuring gooey cheese, tender chicken, and punchy garlic layered between crispy tortillas. It’s quick to assemble, bakes in under 30 minutes, and is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 large (10-inch) flour tortillas
  • 1 1/2 cups (about 6 oz) mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup (about 4 oz) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 3 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of chili flakes (optional)
  • Cooking spray or oil for greasing the pie dish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish with cooking spray or oil.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, minced garlic, cream cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella, 1/2 cup cheddar, green onions, cilantro, smoked paprika, cumin, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes if using. Mix until well combined.
  3. Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20 seconds to soften.
  4. Lay one tortilla in the bottom of the greased pie dish and sprinkle a thin layer (about 1/4 cup) of mozzarella and cheddar over it.
  5. Spoon half of the chicken mixture over the tortilla and spread evenly. Top with another tortilla and gently press down.
  6. Add another layer of cheese (about 1/4 cup), then the remaining chicken mixture. Top with the third tortilla, pressing down lightly.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining cheese (about 1/2 cup) over the top tortilla. Place the fourth tortilla on top, then brush lightly with melted butter. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and extra cheese if desired.
  8. Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the cheese is bubbling. If the edges brown too quickly, cover them loosely with foil.
  9. Let the quesadilla pie rest for 7–10 minutes before slicing.
  10. Slice into wedges and serve warm, garnished with extra cilantro, sour cream, salsa, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

For best results, use freshly shredded cheese for optimal melting. Don’t overfill the pie to avoid sogginess. Let the pie rest before slicing for clean wedges. Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for extra crispy edges, but watch closely to prevent burning. Easily adapt with different cheeses, add-ins, or gluten-free tortillas as needed.

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