Chicken Quesadilla

15 ingredients
12 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken thighs
  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cilantro
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 t. black pepper
  • Pinch of cumin (optional)
  • Wine Pairing
  • 1 medium tomato, seeded and diced
  • 8-10 (8 inch) flour tortillas
  • Mexican cheese blend
  • Smoked Cheddar. finely shredded
  • Smoked Gouda, finely shredded
  • guacamole, salsa, sour cream (optional)

Directions

  1. 1
    Mix the seasonings together.
  2. 2
    Season chicken thighs generously with the seasoning (you may not need all of it)
  3. 3
    Heat a buttered skillet over medium heat.
  4. 4
    Cook thighs about 6-8 minutes per side or until juices run clear.
  5. 5
    Drain on a plate lined with paper towels and let cool.
  6. 6
    Cut or shred the chicken into small pieces and place in a large bowl.
  7. 7
    Toss in the diced tomatoes.
  8. 8
    Add butter to a grill pan over medium heat and place a tortilla in the center.
  9. 9
    On one side of the tortilla, add an even layer of mexican cheese blend, followed by a layer of chicken mixture and then a layer of smoked cheddar and smoked gouda.
  10. 10
    Fold the other half of the tortilla over to cover the cheese and chicken. Press down on the quesadilla with a spatula.
  11. 11
    Let cook until cheese has melted. Reduce heat if needed.
  12. 12
    Serve hot with guacamole, salsa, and sour cream.

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