Caribbean Chicken Quesadillas
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with these irresistible Caribbean Chicken Quesadillas! Juicy, spice-rubbed chicken pairs perfectly with sweet bursts of fresh pineapple, vibrant red and yellow bell peppers, and a hint of cilantro for a fresh, zesty twist. Melted mozzarella cheese binds these flavors together inside golden, crisp tortillas, creating a mouthwatering fusion of Caribbean and Mexican cuisine. Optional jalapeño adds a touch of heat, while sour cream and lime wedges provide the perfect cooling, tangy finish. These quesadillas are quick to prepare, taking just 40 minutes from start to finish, making them an ideal weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing appetizer. Easy to customize and packed with bold, tropical flavors, they’re guaranteed to be a hit at your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 1 cup Fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Yellow bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 large pieces White or whole wheat flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 small Jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (for serving)
- 1 whole Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Rub the spices evenly over the chicken.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to cool slightly.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the red and yellow bell peppers and the jalapeño (if using) for 4-5 minutes, until they begin to soften. Remove from heat.
Dice the cooked chicken into small pieces or shred it, then mix it with the cooked bell peppers, diced pineapple, and chopped cilantro in a large bowl.
Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over one half of the tortilla. Add 1/4 of the chicken and vegetable mixture on top of the cheese, then fold the tortilla in half to create a half-moon shape.
Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling to make four quesadillas.
Wipe the skillet clean and heat it over medium heat. Cook each quesadilla for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing into wedges.
Serve the Caribbean Chicken Quesadillas with sour cream and lime wedges on the side for dipping and squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.6 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.8 g | 254% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 427 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 5942 mg | 258% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.8 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.8 g | ||
| Protein | 149.2 g | 298% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2112 mg | 162% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2133 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
