Spicy Chicken Quesadillas My Goof Turned Good
Craving bold, zesty flavors with a hint of spice? These Spicy Chicken Quesadillas, affectionately dubbed "My Goof Turned Good," are your ultimate quick-and-easy comfort food fix. Perfectly seasoned shredded chicken teams up with a vibrant mix of diced red bell peppers, jalapeños, and a gooey Mexican cheese blend to create a flavor-packed filling. The tortillas are skillet-grilled to golden perfection, adding a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the melty interior. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe comes together effortlessly, making it ideal for a weeknight dinner or game-day snack. Serve them hot with sour cream and salsa on the side for a customizable finishing touch that balances the heat. With bold spices like chili powder and cumin stealing the spotlight, these quesadillas turn a simple misstep into a culinary win!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded)
- 4 Large flour tortillas
- 2 cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 0.5 cup Sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 1 Red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons Butter (for cooking tortillas)
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)
- 0.5 cup Salsa (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken with red chili powder, ground cumin, and minced garlic. Toss until the spices evenly coat the chicken.
Step 2
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the diced red bell pepper and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
Step 3
Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and sauté everything together for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
Step 4
Lay one tortilla on a clean, flat surface. Spread 1/2 cup of shredded cheese over one half of the tortilla.
Step 5
Add 1/2 cup of the chicken and bell pepper mixture over the cheese. Sprinkle a few slices of jalapeños on top, depending on how spicy you want it.
Step 6
Fold the tortilla in half, pressing gently to secure the filling, and repeat the process for the remaining tortillas.
Step 7
Melt 1/2 tablespoon of butter in the skillet over medium heat. Place one folded quesadilla in the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining quesadillas, adding more butter as necessary.
Step 8
Once cooked, remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing into wedges.
Step 9
Serve hot with sour cream and salsa on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1646.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3826.1 |
| Total Fat 232.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 121.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 1041.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6521.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 142.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.6g | |
| Protein 288.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 120.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 3942.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2476.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories