Delectable Chicken Quesadillas with melty cheese

Delectable Chicken Quesadillas with Melty Cheese

Ingredients:

• For the Chicken Filling:
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• For the Quesadillas:
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
  • 1/2 cup diced onions (optional)
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
  • Butter or oil for cooking
• For Serving:
  • Salsa
  • Sour cream
  • Guacamole

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Season the chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
   • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips or shredding it.
2. Assemble the Quesadillas:
   • Lay out a tortilla and sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheese on one half.
   • Add a portion of the cooked chicken on top of the cheese.
   • If using, add diced bell peppers, onions, corn, and cilantro.
   • Sprinkle a little more cheese over the fillings.
   • Fold the tortilla in half over the fillings, pressing down lightly to hold everything in place.
3. Cook the Quesadillas:
   • Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly butter or oil the surface.
   • Place the folded quesadilla in the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
   • Repeat with the remaining tortillas and fillings.
4. Serve:
   • Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole on the side.

Tips:

• For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
• You can also add a variety of fillings like black beans, sautéed mushrooms, or spinach.
• For a crispy texture, use a little more butter or oil when cooking the quesadillas.

Enjoy your delectable chicken quesadillas with melty cheese!