Easy Chicken Quesadillas
Ahhh…. summer is finally here! This is my favorite season. Okay, I also love autumn because of its fresh air and colors 🍂, but back to summer. There are so many things to do, or should I say, so many things I like to do.
Although I’ve been playing golf for almost two months now and was fortunate to go to Rancho Mirage for a couple weeks back in April, summer is golf season! Besides golf, we enjoy cycling 🚴♀️🚴♂️ a lot. There are so many beautiful cycling trails here on the West Coast, and the scenery is absolutely breathtaking!
Summer can also be very hot, so hot 🥵 that I don’t really feel like cooking – yes, it happens to me as well! It seems that I don’t really have an appetite, and heavy meals are definitely out of the question. When this happens, I want to enjoy light foods that are quick and easy to prepare.
There’s a dish that I like making 👩🍳 when the temperature rises beyond the comfort zone, and it’s my Easy Chicken Quesadillas! It’s a great dish that doesn’t take too much time to prep, and by the time it’s ready, it probably took less than half an hour.
I like to boil my chicken breast 🐓 using my Poach & Shred Chicken The Easy Way method, but I also enjoy this recipe with grilled chicken on the BBQ! It’s a matter of how either of us feels that day…
These Easy Chicken Quesadillas are a great dish not only for their simplicity but also for their flavor! Personally, this dish is totally made for summer 🌞, although I know some people who eat it all year round.
In the video, I’ll show you two techniques for making them: with a quesadilla machine or without one. The quesadilla machine was a gift 🎁 I received when I was working as a food analyst for that American cooking website otherwise, I would never have bought one for myself… I already have way too many kitchen tools around!
Summer is here, it’s hot outside, and nobody really feels like cooking, so if you’ve never had this popular Mexican dish before, I highly suggest you try it. For those who have had it, here’s this Easy Chicken Quesadillas recipe you can make at home 🏡! Have fun this summer!
Bon Appétit!🍽
Just a quick note…
If your avocado 🥑 is not ripe, click here to see this kitchen trick… Speed Up Avocado Ripening ~ How to
Here are more Mexican-inspired recipes for you to try…😀
– Easy Chicken Fajitas
– Mexican Tostadas
– Chiles Rellenos
– El Pollo Cinco de Mayo ~ Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken
– Mexican Burgers
– Creamy Spicy Guacamole
– Pulled Pork Enchiladas
– Chicken Stuffed Crêpes with Poblano Sauce
– Grilled Fish Tacos
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Easy Chicken Quesadillas
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Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. olive oil, plus more for chicken if needed tips & tricks
- 2 large green onions, sliced
- 1/2 large red pepper, seeded, ribs removed and finely chopped
- 1/2 large jalapeño pepper, seeded, ribs removed and finely chopped
- 1 can (12 oz.) corn kernels, drained and warmed
- 1 large chicken breast, poached and shredded tips & tricks
- 1/2 tbsp. Old El Paso Taco seasoning see Recipe
- 1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes, or to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 large ripe avocado, pitted, sliced and peeled tips & tricks
- fresh chopped cilantro, for garnish tips & tricks
- Mexican crema (substitute crème fraiche or light sour cream)
Directions
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, add oil.
- Add onions, red and jalapeño peppers; sauté until just tender, about 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat up the corn kernels and keep them warm.
- Transfer sautéed veggies to a bowl; set aside.
- In the same skillet, add shredded chicken; season with taco seasoning and red pepper flakes.
- Warm up chicken until ready to assemble, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes - add more oil if needed.
- Heat a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Fold the tortilla over half and using a spatula, press down to flatten it. Cook until the tortilla is browned and carefully flip the quesadilla over.
- When both sides are browned, place quesadilla on a baking sheet and transfer to the preheated oven while cooking the others.
- Slice quesadillas in thirds and serve with Fire Roasted Salsa and/or sour cream.
- If using a quesadilla press...Turn the appliance on and spray the press, top and bottom, with cooking spray.
- When hot, place a tortilla and add all the ingredients, leaving about 1 1/2-inch from the edges.
- Place another tortilla on top and close the lid. Cook until both side are brown.
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