Tequila Lime Chicken Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Tequila Lime Chicken Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts poached and shredded, or 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken; 1/4 cup tequila; 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed; 1 tablespoon shallots minced; 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon green chiles canned; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 freshly ground black pepper turns; 2 tablespoons heavy cream; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into cubes, at room temperature; 4 flour tortillas; 1 cup shredded cheese freshly, I used jalapeno jack; 1 lime cut into wedges, for topping; sour cream

Servings: persons

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts poached and shredded, or 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1/4 cup tequila
1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
1 tablespoon shallots minced
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon green chiles canned
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 freshly ground black pepper turns
2 tablespoons heavy cream
4 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into cubes, at room temperature
4 flour tortillas
1 cup shredded cheese freshly, I used jalapeno jack
1 lime cut into wedges, for topping
sour cream

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["For the tequila lime chicken:
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Combine tequila, lime juice, shallots, garlic, cilantro, green chiles, salt, and pepper to a large skillet over high heat. Bring to a boil and allow the mixture to reduce by half. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in butter. Continue whisking until butter is completely combined.
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Add chicken to skillet with sauce and return skillet to medium low heat. Toss chicken in sauce to combine. Allow chicken to reheat in the sauce for 5 minutes. Taste chicken and adjust salt and pepper as desired.", "For the quesadillas:
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Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, on each tortilla half, spread one heaping 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheese over chicken. Top with a squeeze of lime juice. Fold the quesadillas and mist each side lightly with oil.
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Place quesadillas in hot skillet one at a time and cook on each side for 1-2 minutes until crispy and cheese is melted.", "Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Slice into two or three sections. Serve immediately topped with plain Greek yogurt or sour cream and cilantro, if desired."]

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts poached and shredded, or 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, 1/4 cup tequila, 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed, 1 tablespoon shallots minced, and more.

Yes, Tequila Lime Chicken Quesadillas 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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Tequila Lime Chicken Quesadillas

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