PF
Appetizing spinach and cheese quesadilla with salsa and sour cream on a rustic wooden table.
StovetopComplexity

Spinach Artichoke Quesadillas

Each Spinach Artichoke Quesadilla contains 25g protein and 159 calories—a high-protein, low-calorie lunch that works for cutting or fuel days alike. This single-serving recipe preps on the stovetop in minutes, making it your fastest path to hit 20g+ protein when cooking time is unavailable. Stack two servings to reach 50g protein while staying lean.

Rate this recipe:

Ingredients

1 serving
  • Spinach Artichoke Dip, Prepared(80g)
  • Flour Tortillas
  • Chicken Breast, Grilled(80g)
  • Hot Sauce, Frank'S RedHot

Instructions

  1. 1Spread the spinach artichoke dip over one half of the tortilla. Top with pieces of shredded chicken and a couple dashes of your favorite hot sauce.
  2. 2Fold the tortilla in half to close, then place it in a dry skillet. Cook the quesadilla over medium heat until brown and crispy on one side, then flip and cook and until brown and crispy on the second side.
  3. 3Slice the quesadilla into two or three pieces with a pizza slicer or large knife, and serve.

Nutrition — Per Serving

159

calories

25g

protein

3g

fat

Carbohydrates
9g
Saturated fat
0.9g
Sodium
378 mg
Dietary fiber
2.6g

1 servings per batch · ~160g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

+ Add to Meal Plan

Common questions

How much protein does Spinach Artichoke Quesadillas have per serving?

Each serving delivers 25g of protein with only 159 calories, 3g fat, and 9g carbs. This is a macro-efficient lunch option with minimal calorie density.

How long does Spinach Artichoke Quesadillas take to prep?

Quick prep methodology means this single serving comes together fast on the stovetop. It's designed for lunchbox portability when you need a protein hit between sessions.

Is Spinach Artichoke Quesadillas good for fat loss?

At 159 calories and 25g protein per serving, this recipe fits fat loss phases where calorie density matters. The carb-to-protein ratio keeps satiety high without excess calorie load.

Steak and Potato Bowls

Steak and Potato Bowls

Oven · 7 servings

70g protein610 cal12g fat
Complexity
View Recipe →+ Plan
Beef Bacon Mac Bowls

Beef Bacon Mac Bowls

Slow Cooker · 10 servings

70g protein540 cal11g fat
Complexity
View Recipe →+ Plan
Big Mac Pasta

Big Mac Pasta

Slow Cooker · 10 servings

70g protein540 cal11g fat
Complexity
View Recipe →+ Plan
Cheesy Beef Pasta Bowls

Cheesy Beef Pasta Bowls

Stovetop · 10 servings

49g protein410 cal10g fat
Complexity
View Recipe →+ Plan