Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 unit

diced green chilies

diced

1.5 cup

shredded monterey jack cheese

shredded

6 unit

flour tortillas

8-inch

1 cup

cooked chicken meat

shredded

1 unit

tomatoes

seeded and chopped

2 unit

green onions

finely chopped

2 tbsp

fresh cilantro

chopped

2 tbsp

butter

1 unit

guacamole

for garnish

1 unit

sour cream

for garnish

1 unit

salsa

for garnish

Step 1
~2 min

Heat a skillet over low heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Spread a small amount of butter evenly over one side of a tortilla.

Step 3
~2 min

Place the buttered side of the tortilla down in the skillet.

Step 4
~2 min

Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese over 1/2 of the tortilla.

Step 5
~2 min

Top with diced green chilies, shredded cooked chicken, chopped tomato, finely chopped green onions, and chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 6
~2 min

Fold the other side of the tortilla over the top of the filling.

Step 7
~2 min

Press down gently on the quesadilla.

Step 8
~2 min

Cook the quesadilla over low heat for 3-4 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Step 9
~2 min

Turn the quesadilla and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the other side is lightly browned.

Step 10
~2 min

Remove the quesadilla from the skillet.

Step 11
~2 min

Keep the quesadilla warm on a plate in a low oven (300F).

Step 12
~2 min

Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas.

Step 13
~2 min

Once all quesadillas are cooked, cut each into three sections.

Step 14
~2 min

Serve the quesadillas garnished with guacamole, sour cream, and salsa, if desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dash of hot sauce for extra heat.

Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for faster prep.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead of time and cooked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and beans.

Serve as an appetizer.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans
Corn Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Popular comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Quick Lunch
Game Day

Popularity Score

70/100

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