Chicken Quesadilla with Pico de Gallo
This chicken quesadilla are a versatile dish that captures the essence of Mexican cuisine. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a delicious appetizer, these quesadillas are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings for a spicy, cheesy, and mouthwatering meal.
Ingredients
- 1 flour tortillas 12 inch
- 80 grams shredded cheese
- 100 grams chicken breast (leftovers or see instructions above)
- ½ red or green pepper
- 1/2 small onion thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 50 grams sour cream for topping
Pico de gallo
- ½ onion finely chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper (optional) seeded and minced
- 2 tomatoes diced
- 2 tbsp of fresh cilantro
- ½ lime juiced
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the onion and red pepper and cook them in a pan with a drizzle of oil.
- Dice the chicken breast and add it to the pan.
- Grate the cheese and put it on the tortilla. Top with the cooked chicken breast, onions, and peppers.
- Fold the tortilla in half and fry it in a hot pan over a medium heat on each side until it begins to brown on the outside and the cheese melts.
Pico de Gallo:
- In a bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, lime juice, cilantro, jalapeno, salt, and pepper. Set the Pico de Gallo aside for serving.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade chicken quesadillas with a side of fresh Pico de Gallo!
Notes
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