Mama Ortega's Green Chile Quesadillas
Savor the bold and satisfying flavors of Mama Ortega's Green Chile Quesadillas, a quick and easy recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Featuring roasted green chiles, a blend of gooey Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses, and a perfectly crisped buttery tortilla, this dish delivers just the right amount of comfort and spice. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds an optional hint of brightness, while the classic accompaniments of sour cream and salsa tie everything together. Ready in just 25 minutes and serving 4, these quesadillas are a deliciously simple way to bring a taste of the Southwest to your table. Perfect for cheese lovers and fans of Tex-Mex cuisine!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Large flour tortillas
- 1 cup Roasted green chiles (chopped)
- 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, chopped)
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (for serving)
- 0.5 cup Salsa (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Prepare all ingredients by shredding the cheeses, chopping the roasted green chiles, and optionally chopping fresh cilantro.
Step 2
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Step 3
Lightly butter one side of each tortilla. Place one tortilla, buttered side down, onto the skillet.
Step 4
Sprinkle 1/2 cup of Monterey Jack cheese and 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese evenly across the tortilla.
Step 5
Add 1/4 cup of chopped roasted green chiles on top of the cheeses.
Step 6
Optionally sprinkle with 1/2 tablespoon of cilantro for extra flavor.
Step 7
Place a second tortilla on top, buttered side facing up.
Step 8
Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Step 9
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing into wedges.
Step 10
Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and ingredients to make 4 quesadillas.
Step 11
Serve warm with sour cream and salsa on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1044.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2406.7 |
| Total Fat 160.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 92.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 446.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4393.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 142.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.2g | |
| Protein 108.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 52.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2861.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1364.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories