Cheesy Chipotle Adobo Chicken Quesadillas
Ingredients
The filling
-
2
tablespoons
olive oil
-
1
pound
boneless skinless chicken tenders or small breasts
-
1
count
poblano pepper, sliced
-
1
14 ounce can
fire roasted diced tomatoes
-
2
count
chipotle peppers in adobo, chopped
-
1
teaspoon
chili powder
-
1
teaspoon
dried oregano
-
1
teaspoon
cumin
-
1
teaspoon
kosher salt
-
1
teaspoon
pepper
-
¼
cup
fresh cilantro, chopped
-
8
small
corn or flour tortillas
-
1
cup
white or brown rice
-
1
cup
shredded cheddar cheese
The toppings
-
1
cup
plain Greek yogurt
-
1
count
zest of lime
-
to taste
diced mango, pickled red onion, jalapeños, cilantro, and limes, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over high heat, sear the chicken, and cook the poblano pepper until charred.
- Reduce heat, add tomatoes, water, chipotle peppers, and spices. Simmer until chicken is cooked through and shreds easily.
- Shred the chicken in the pot and stir in cilantro.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Rub tortillas with olive oil, layer with cheese, rice, and chicken, then top with another tortilla.
- Bake until cheese melts and tortillas are crisp, flipping halfway through.
- Mix yogurt with lime zest and season with salt.
- Serve quesadillas topped with mango, jalapeños, cilantro, and drizzled with yogurt.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
4
Calories
833
Total fat
30g
Total carbohydrates
80g
Total protein
45g
Sodium
800mg
Cholesterol
100mg
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