Lunch

Quesadillas

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Prep Time 5 min
Cook Time 10 min
Total Time 15 min
Servings 4

Delicious Quesadillas recipe shared by Tyler DiSiena on The Forever Cookbook. Learn how to make this amazing dish with our step-by-step instructions.

Quesadillas

Ingredients

  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (optional)
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1/2 cup onion, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sour cream for serving (optional)
  • Salsa for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Step 2: Add sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet. Season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Step 3: Sauté the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes or until they are tender.
  4. Step 4: If using, add the shredded chicken to the skillet and heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Remove the vegetable and chicken mixture from the skillet and set aside.
  6. Step 6: In the same skillet, place one flour tortilla and sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese evenly over half of the tortilla.
  7. Step 7: Add a portion of the vegetable and chicken mixture on top of the cheese.
  8. Step 8: Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
  9. Step 9: Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  10. Step 10: Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  11. Step 11: Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve hot with sour cream and salsa on the side.

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