Fajita Quesadilla Recipe
A large flour tortilla filled with grilled chicken or steak, cheese, and veggies.
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Ingredients
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Protein
Vegetables
Cheese
Tortillas
Spices
Method
Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Protein
If using chicken breast, slice it into thin strips. If using steak, cut it into thin slices against the grain. In a bowl, combine the protein with fajita seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 2
Chop Vegetables
While the protein is marinating, slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
Cooking
- 3
Cook the Protein
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken or steak and cook until fully cooked through and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
Sauté Vegetables
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté until they are softened and slightly caramelized, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Assembling
- 5
Assemble Quesadilla
On one half of each flour tortilla, layer half of the cooked protein, half of the sautéed veggies, and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Fold the tortilla over to cover the filling.
Cooking
- 6
Serving
- 7
Serve
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool slightly before cutting it into wedges. Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole on the side.