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High Protein Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Chicken Quesadillas

Recipe by Aussie Fitness on InstagramAdded 7 November 2026.

15 minutes to prep, 30 to cook. These high‑protein quesadillas combine juicy chicken, pizza sauce, and pepperoni for a cheesy, spicy bite that's perfect for meal prep. Each tortilla is packed with protein and flavor, making a satisfying, low‑carb dinner that’s quick to assemble and crisp up in the pan.

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Method

  1. Season the chicken with salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and olive oil; mix well.

  2. Lightly spray a pan with cooking oil and cook the chicken covered over medium heat for about 8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked, then shred using two forks.

  3. Return the shredded chicken to the pan and add pizza sauce, light cream cheese, diced garlic, hot sauce (optional), parmesan cheese, and Italian herb seasoning; add water to keep the filling moist.

  4. Stir until everything is well combined and creamy, garnish with dried basil, and set aside.

  5. In a separate pan over medium heat, cook the pepperoni slices until crispy.

  6. Place a layer of light grated cheddar cheese on half of a warm tortilla, add one‑tenth of the chicken filling, crispy pepperoni, and another layer of cheese; fold the tortilla in half.

  7. Toast each side of the quesadilla in a pan until golden brown and crispy; repeat for the remaining nine quesadillas and enjoy.

Tips while you cook

Cook chicken covered
Cover the pan while cooking the chicken on medium heat for about 8 minutes per side.
Add water to filling
Stir in 100 ml of water with the sauce and cheese.
Crisp pepperoni separately
Cook the sliced pepperoni in a separate pan until crispy before adding it to the quesadilla.
Layer cheese on both sides
Place a layer of grated cheddar on the tortilla, add filling, then top with another cheese layer before folding.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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