Chipotle Chicken Quesadilla With Avocado Recipe

Name: Chipotle Chicken Quesadilla With Avocado
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CHIPOTLE CHICKEN FILLING; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 red onion, finely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups); Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 5 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, finely chopped; 3 vine-ripened tomatoes (about 1 1/4 pounds total), diced; 3 green onions, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon honey; 3 cups coarsely shredded roasted chicken breast; QUESADILLAS; 4 10-inch-diameter flour tortillas; 3 cups shredded white cheddar cheese (about 12 ounces); 2 avocados, peeled, pitted, sliced; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 1/3 cup Mexican crema or sour cream; 4 lime wedges

Servings: persons

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN FILLING
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 red onion, finely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
5 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, finely chopped
3 vine-ripened tomatoes (about 1 1/4 pounds total), diced
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon honey
3 cups coarsely shredded roasted chicken breast
QUESADILLAS
4 10-inch-diameter flour tortillas
3 cups shredded white cheddar cheese (about 12 ounces)
2 avocados, peeled, pitted, sliced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/3 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
4 lime wedges

1
Heat the oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the onion, sprinkle with salt, and saute until tender, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and saute until the onions are translucent, about 2 minutes.
2
Stir in the chipotle chiles then the tomatoes. Cook until most of the liquid from the tomatoes has evaporated and the mixture begins to thicken, stirring often, about 20 minutes.
3
Stir in the green onions and honey. Stir in the chicken. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
4
Heat a large flat griddle pan over medium-low heat. Lay 2 tortillas on the griddle and cook until hot but not crisp, about 2 minutes. Turn the tortillas over. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the cheese over the bottom halves of the tortillas. Spoon about 3/4 cup of the chicken mixture in an even layer atop the cheese over each tortilla. Top each with 1/4 cup of cheese then with half of the avocado slices.
5
Fold the tortillas over to cover the fillings and form a half-moon shape. Cook until the tortillas are crisp and golden and the cheese has melted, about 3 minutes on each side. Repeat to make 2 more quesadillas.
6
Open the quesadillas and scatter the cilantro over the filling. Drizzle the crema over the filling then close the quesadillas.
7
Cut the quesadillas into wedges. Serve with lime wedges and enjoy immediately.

1353

kcal

Calories

Fat

130

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CHIPOTLE CHICKEN FILLING, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 red onion, finely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups), Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Chipotle Chicken Quesadilla With Avocado falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chipotle Chicken Quesadilla With Avocado

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