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Chicken Quesadilla

Cultural Context

The quesadilla is a traditional Mexican dish that has evolved over centuries. Originating from the colonial period, it combines indigenous ingredients like corn tortillas with Spanish influences such as cheese. Today, quesadillas are enjoyed in various forms across Mexico and beyond, often filled with meats, vegetables, and sauces, making them a versatile and popular choice for meals or snacks.

MexicanMXmain
20 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
bulgarian pepper - 3 pes.
tortilla - 6 pes.
cheese - 350 g
red onion - 1 pc.
garlic - 15g
parsley or cilantro - 50 g
chicken fillet - 600 g
olive oil - 50 g
Rayan pepper, Kayan, or paprika - 3g
cumin or сaraway - 5g
tomato pelatti - 400 g
salt
lemon

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Lower calorie option and more budget-friendly.

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken breast

💰Cheaper: cooked chicken thighs

More nutritious and cheaper alternative.

1

Cut 3 bulgarian peppers into thin strips.

2

Cut into half rings 1 red onion (150 g) and a few cloves of garlic (15 g), put in one container.

3

Chop parsley or cilantro (50g).

4

Take the chicken fillet (600g) and cut into thin strips.

5

Pour olive oil (50g) into a preheated frying pan, fry the chicken fillet evenly on all sides, then add the prepared onion and garlic, and after a few minutes add pepper.

6

Sprinkle the mixture with pepper or paprika (3 g) and cumin (5 g). Mix everything well and pour over tomato pelati (400g), salt. Stir and leave covered with a lid on a small fire for 5 minutes.

7

Add parsley and pour over lemon juice.

8

Take the tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, evenly spread the prepared filling on top, sprinkle with cheese again and cover with another tortilla.

9

Fry the tortilla on both sides so that the cheese melts and a slight blush appears on the tortilla.

10

Remove from the pan, cut into 4 even pieces and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingfoldinggrilling

Equipment Needed

frying panknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Quesadilla de Pollo
Local Name: Quesadilla de pollo

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