Open Face Quesadilla Recipe
A delicious quesadilla open-faced with toppings.
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Ingredients
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Quesadilla Base
Toppings
Method
Preparing the Quesadilla Base
- 1
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- 2
Cook Tortillas
Place one flour tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- 3
Add Second Tortilla
Top with the second tortilla and cook for about 2-3 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden brown.
- 4
Flip and Melt
Carefully flip the quesadilla over and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the cheese has melted and the other side is golden brown.
- 5
Remove and Cut
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and cut it into quarters. Set aside.
Assembling the Open-Face Quesadilla
- 6
Top with Chicken
Place the quartered quesadilla pieces on a serving plate, open face up, and evenly distribute the diced cooked chicken breast on top.
- 7
Add Vegetables
Sprinkle the sliced bell peppers and thinly sliced red onion over the chicken.
- 8
Garnish with Cilantro
Add the chopped cilantro for a fresh flavor.
- 9
Finish with Condiments
Dollop sour cream and salsa on top, then add slices of avocado.
- 10
Serve with Lime
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the quesadilla.
