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Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Bake

This Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Bake is a delicious oven-baked recipe that combines tender seasoned chicken, fresh vegetables, and plenty of melted mozzarella cheese inside soft flour tortillas. The chicken is first cooked in a skillet with flavorful spices until juicy and perfectly seasoned, then layered with fresh onions, sliced tomatoes, your favorite sauce, and generous amounts of mozzarella for an irresistibly cheesy filling.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients

  • chicken, cut into small pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chicken seasoning (optional)
  • 2 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
  • Burger sauce or your favorite sauce
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Step 1: Cook the Chicken
    Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with paprika, salt, black pepper, and chicken seasoning if using. Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and lightly golden.
    Step 2: Assemble the Tortilla
    Place one tortilla on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese over the tortilla. Add the cooked chicken evenly on top, followed by the sliced onion and tomato. Drizzle with burger sauce or any sauce of your choice, then finish with another generous layer of mozzarella cheese.
    Step 3: Seal the Tortilla
    Place the second tortilla over the filling and gently press the edges. Brush the top with egg yolk and sprinkle evenly with sesame seeds.
    Step 4: Bake
    Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 12–15 minutes, or until the tortilla is lightly golden and the mozzarella cheese has completely melted.
    Step 5: Serve
    Allow the tortilla to cool for 2–3 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with French fries, crispy potato wedges, or a fresh salad, and enjoy the perfect combination of crispy tortilla, juicy chicken, and gooey melted mozzarella cheese.