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Ingredients
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Protein
Vegetables
Dairy
Tortillas
Spices
Cooking Oil
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Filling
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- 2
Add Protein and Spices
Add the shredded chicken or beef tips to the skillet along with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- 3
Remove from Heat
Once the filling is ready, remove the skillet from heat and set aside.
Assembly and Cooking
- 4
Heat Tortillas
In a separate skillet, lightly warm each flour tortilla over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- 5
Fill the Tortillas
On one half of each tortilla, place a generous amount of the chicken or beef filling and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- 6
Fold and Cook
Fold the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Place it back in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- 7
Repeat
Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- 8
Serve
Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm with your choice of salsa or guacamole.