Quesadillas With Pico De Gallo Recipe

Name: Quesadillas With Pico De Gallo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large flour tortillas; 4 grilled chicken breasts, sliced into strips; 2 cups monterey jack cheese; 1 cup refried beans (optional); ½ cup diced tomato; 12 diced onion; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 lime, juice of; 1 garlic clove, minced; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
First assemble the pico de gallo, combine the diced tomatoes, jalapeno pepper, diced onions, cilantro, garlic and the lime juice.
2
Mix the pico de gallo.
3
Add salt until it tastes the way you like it and then place in fridge.
4
Heat a large flat skillet on medium.
5
After it gets hot, place several drops of vegetable oil in the skillet and wipe the entire surface of the pan.
6
The pan will be coated with a sheen of oil.
7
Place one tortilla into pan, sprinkle 1/2 cup of cheese over top of tortilla and add the chicken (if using refried beans add these now too).
8
When cheese begins to melt fold over the tortilla and allow it to heat for 1 minute more.
9
Place on plate and slice into triangles.
10
Repeat steps for each tortilla.
11
Serve with pico de gallo, sour cream or guacamole.

1011

kcal

Calories

Fat

131

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large flour tortillas, 4 grilled chicken breasts, sliced into strips, 2 cups monterey jack cheese, 1 cup refried beans (optional), and more.

Yes, Quesadillas With Pico De Gallo 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Quesadillas With Pico De Gallo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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