My Very Favorite Quesadillas
Get ready to elevate your quesadilla game with "My Very Favorite Quesadillas" – a quick, flavorful recipe that's perfect for an easy weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing snack. These cheesy delights combine the gooey goodness of sharp cheddar and creamy Monterey Jack with vibrant bell peppers, zesty red onion, and fresh cilantro, all tucked inside warm, golden-brown flour tortillas. For an extra boost of protein, add tender shredded chicken, and if you’re feeling adventurous, a kick of heat with fresh jalapeño slices. Ready in just 25 minutes, each crispy, melty bite is perfect for dipping in tangy salsa or creamy sour cream. Whether you’re serving them for dinner or as party appetizers, these customizable quesadillas are guaranteed to be your new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Large flour tortillas
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup Cooked chicken, shredded (optional)
- 1 Bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 0.5 Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 Jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (for serving, optional)
- 0.5 cup Salsa (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
In a small bowl, combine the cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese for an even cheese mixture.
Lay out the tortillas on a clean surface, and evenly distribute the cheese mixture onto half of each tortilla.
If using cooked chicken, sprinkle it over the cheese. Then add diced bell peppers, chopped red onion, jalapeño slices (if using), and cilantro.
Fold the empty half of each tortilla over the filling to create a semi-circle.
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the skillet. Place two quesadillas in the skillet at a time, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
Repeat the process with the remaining butter and quesadillas.
Remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing into wedges.
Serve warm with sour cream and salsa on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.9 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.7 g | 399% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 571 mg | 190% | |
| Sodium | 3519 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.8 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 154.6 g | 309% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 2095 mg | 161% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1602 mg | 34% | |
*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.
