Quesadillas Recipe
Deliciously melted cheese and your choice of savory fillings, grilled between two crispy tortillas for a perfect bite.
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Ingredients
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Quesadilla Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Filling
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and bell peppers, sauté for about 5 minutes until they are soft. If using, add the shredded chicken and season with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- 2
Assemble the Quesadillas
Place a flour tortilla on a flat surface. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese on one half of the tortilla. Add a portion of the filling mixture and top with the remaining cheese. Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape.
- 3
Cook the Quesadillas
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and heat over medium-high. Place the folded quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and the cheese has melted. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- 4
Serve
Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve warm with sour cream and salsa on the side.
