Quesadillas Recipe
Flour tortillas filled with cheese and grilled.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Fillings
Method
Preparation
Prepare the Vegetables
If using, slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
Prepare Chicken
If using, shred the cooked chicken and set aside.
Cooking Quesadillas
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Add Fillings
Place one flour tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese evenly over the tortilla. Add any optional fillings like shredded chicken, bell peppers, or onion on top of the cheese.
Top with Another Tortilla
Place another tortilla on top of the fillings.
Cook the Quesadilla
Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt. Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula.
Finish Cooking
Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side until golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove and Slice
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool for a minute. Slice into wedges.
Serving
Serve
Serve the quesadilla warm with sour cream and salsa on the side.
