Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsEl AztecaAzteca Quesadilla Recipe

Azteca Quesadilla Recipe

Inspired by El Azteca
Time45m
Serves4

Steak, chicken, or both grilled with mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, & bell peppers.

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Ingredients

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Proteins

Vegetables

Seasonings

Other

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Proteins

    Slice the steak and chicken breast into thin strips. Season both with salt, black pepper, cumin, and garlic powder. Allow them to marinate for at least 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Finely chop the onions, tomatoes, and bell pepper. Slice the mushrooms into thin pieces.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Proteins

    Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated steak and chicken strips. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Sauté until softened and caramelized, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and stir for an additional 2 minutes.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Assemble the Quesadilla

    On one half of each tortilla, layer shredded cheese, the cooked proteins, and sautéed vegetables. Fold the tortilla over to cover the filling.

Cooking Quesadilla

  1. 6

    Cook the Quesadilla

    Wipe the skillet clean and return it to medium heat. Cook each quesadilla for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve

    Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve with a dollop of sour cream and fresh cilantro on top.

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