Quesadilla Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Vegetables
Seasoning
Optional Toppings
Method
Preparation
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Cook the Vegetables
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced bell pepper, onion, and jalapeño, season with salt, black pepper, and cumin powder. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
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Cooking
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Assemble the Quesadilla
On one half of each flour tortilla, sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheese, followed by the sautéed vegetables and cooked chicken. Top with more cheese and fold the tortilla in half.
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Cook the Quesadilla
In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place the folded quesadilla in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Serving
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Slice and Serve
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet, let it cool for a minute, then slice into wedges. Serve with optional toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.