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Chicken Quesadilla with Pico de Gallo

This chicken quesadilla are a versatile dish that captures the essence of Mexican cuisine. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a delicious appetizer, these quesadillas are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings for a spicy, cheesy, and mouthwatering meal.

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 1 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 flour tortillas 12 inch
  • 80 grams shredded cheese
  • 100 grams chicken breast (leftovers or see instructions above)
  • ½ red or green pepper
  • 1/2 small onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 50 grams sour cream for topping
Pico de gallo
  • ½ onion finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño pepper (optional) seeded and minced
  • 2 tomatoes diced
  • 2 tbsp of fresh cilantro
  • ½ lime juiced
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Dice the onion and red pepper and cook them in a pan with a drizzle of oil.
  2. Dice the chicken breast and add it to the pan.
  3. Grate the cheese and put it on the tortilla. Top with the cooked chicken breast, onions, and peppers.
  4. Fold the tortilla in half and fry it in a hot pan over a medium heat on each side until it begins to brown on the outside and the cheese melts.
Pico de Gallo:
  1. In a bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, lime juice, cilantro, jalapeno, salt, and pepper. Set the Pico de Gallo aside for serving.
  2. Enjoy your delicious homemade chicken quesadillas with a side of fresh Pico de Gallo!

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