Quesadilla De Pollo Recipe
Grilled chicken quesadilla
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning Ingredients
Optional Toppings
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add the chicken breasts and coat them well with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
- 2
Grill the Chicken
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Remove chicken from the marinade and place on the grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
Assembling the Quesadillas
- 3
Prepare the Quesadilla
In a large skillet over medium heat, add a little olive oil if needed. Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half of the cheese evenly over the tortilla. Add the grilled chicken strips on top of the cheese, followed by the remaining cheese. Top with another tortilla.
- 4
Cook the Quesadilla
Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side, or until the bottom is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt. Carefully flip the quesadilla using a large spatula and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side until golden brown and the cheese is melted completely.
Serving
- 5
Slice and Serve
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool for a minute. Slice into wedges and serve warm with optional toppings like sour cream, salsa, sliced jalapeños, and chopped cilantro.