Chicken Quesadillas with Guacamole
Chicken Quesadillas with Guacamole
Ingredients
- 300g (10 oz) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
- 5g (1 tsp) ground cumin
- 5g (1 tsp) paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 150g (1.5 cups) shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 flour tortillas (20 cm / 8-inch diameter)
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
- 2g (1 tsp) dried oregano
- 2 ripe avocados
- 15g (1 tbsp) freshly squeezed lime juice
- 5g (1 tsp) salt
- 50g (1/4 cup) diced onion
- 30g (1/4 cup) chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- 2g (1/2 tsp) ground black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Filling
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken strips, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes until chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Step 2: Sauté Vegetables
In the same skillet, add the sliced bell pepper and onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft. Add dried oregano and continue to cook for an additional minute. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Step 3: Assemble the Quesadillas
Wipe the skillet clean and keep it over medium heat. On a clean surface, lay out the tortillas. Place a generous amount of cheese, chicken, and vegetables on one side of each tortilla. Fold the tortillas over the filling, pressing lightly to seal.
Step 4: Cook the Quesadillas
Place the folded tortillas in the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until the tortillas are golden and the cheese is melted. You can cook in batches if necessary. Remove from heat and keep warm.
Step 5: Prepare the Guacamole
While the quesadillas are cooking, cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl. Use a fork to mash to your desired consistency. Stir in lime juice, salt, onion, cilantro, tomatoes, garlic, and black pepper. Mix well.
Step 6: Serve
Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve immediately with a generous dollop of guacamole. Enjoy the harmonious blend of warm and crispy quesadillas with the cool freshness of guacamole.
Conclusion
Congratulations on creating a delicious and satisfying dish with Chicken Quesadillas and Guacamole. This recipe embodies a balance of textures and flavors, from the savory cheese-filled quesadillas to the fresh and creamy guacamole. Not only is this delightful dish easy to prepare, but it’s also a crowd-pleaser that can be adapted with your favorite ingredients. We encourage you to enjoy this dish with friends and family, relishing the joy of a beautifully crafted meal.
