Quesadillas Recipe
Free Range Chicken or Veggie with cilantro pesto and tomato salsa
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Ingredients
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Quesadilla Filling
Cilantro Pesto
Tomato Salsa
Method
Prepare the Filling
- 1
Cook the Chicken
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breast and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Remove from heat, allow to cool slightly, then shred.
- 2
- 3
Combine Filling Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, sautéed vegetables, and cheddar cheese. Mix well.
Make the Cilantro Pesto
- 4
Blend Ingredients
In a food processor, combine fresh cilantro, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Blend until smooth. Adjust salt to taste.
Prepare Tomato Salsa
- 5
Mix Salsa Ingredients
In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
Assemble and Cook Quesadillas
- 6
- 7
Cook Quesadilla
Cook until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
Serve
- 8
Plate and Enjoy
Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve with tomato salsa on the side.
