Chicken quesadillas
Chicken quesadillas are a delicious dish from Mexican cuisine, composed of corn tortillas filled with tender cooked chicken and melted cheese. They are traditionally accompanied with guacamole, sour cream and salsa, creating a combination of irresistible flavors and textures. They are a versatile option, perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
Ingredients:
• 2 cooked and shredded chicken breasts (you can use grilled, boiled or grilled chicken)
• 1 cup of grated cheese (you can use cheddar, mozzarella or any other cheese you like)
• 1/2 onion chopped
• 1/2 bell pepper (red, green or yellow) chopped
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust based on your preferred spiciness level)
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 corn or flour tortillas
• Vegetable oil
Make sure you have all the ingredients ready, from the cooked, shredded chicken to the melted cheese, for delicious homemade chicken quesadillas that will satisfy every craving!
Preparation:
1. In a large skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, pepper and garlic. Saute until tender and fragrant.
2. Add the shredded chicken to the pan and mix well with the vegetables.
3. Add the cumin powder, chili powder, paprika, salt and pepper to the chicken and vegetables. Cook for a few minutes so the flavors mix. If you prefer a spicier quesadilla, you can adjust the amount of chili powder.
4. In a separate skillet, heat a tortilla over medium heat. Sprinkle a layer of grated cheese on half of the tortilla.
5. Add a portion of the chicken and vegetable mixture over the cheese on one side of the tortilla.
6. Fold the tortilla in half, covering the filling and forming a quesadilla.
7. Cook the quesadilla in the hot skillet until the cheese melts and the tortilla is golden and crispy. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. Repeat the process with the tortillas and the remaining filling.
9. Once cooked, remove the quesadillas from the pan and place them on a plate. Cut each quesadilla into triangles.
10. You can serve chicken quesadillas with guacamole, sour cream, hot sauce, or tomato sauce.
Ready! Now you have a delicious chicken quesadillas recipe to enjoy. Enjoy!
