Midnight Cheesy Quesadilla Supreme
The ultimate late night food craving buster with three melty cheeses, seasoned chicken, and crispy peppers all wrapped in a golden tortilla at 485 calories per serving.
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Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced small
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Sour cream for serving
- Salsa for serving
Instructions
- 1
Prepare Filling
In a medium bowl, mix the shredded chicken with cumin, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. In another bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack until well blended.
- 2
Sauté Vegetables
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced bell pepper, onion, and jalapeños. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 3
Assemble Quesadillas
Spread half the cheese mixture on 2 tortillas. Top with seasoned chicken, sautéed vegetables, then remaining cheese mixture. Place second tortillas on top and press gently to seal edges.
- 4
Cook First Quesadilla
Heat remaining oil in the same large skillet over medium heat. Carefully place one quesadilla in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the bottom.
- 5
Flip and Finish
Using a large spatula, carefully flip the quesadilla and cook another 2-3 minutes until the second side is golden and cheese is fully melted. Repeat with second quesadilla.
- 6
Slice and Serve
Transfer cooked quesadillas to a cutting board and let rest for 2 minutes. Cut each into 4 wedges using a pizza cutter or sharp knife. Serve immediately with sour cream and salsa on the side.
Chef's Tips
For extra crispiness, brush the outside of tortillas with a little oil before cooking. Use a cast iron skillet if available for even heating. Leftover rotisserie chicken works perfectly for this late night recipe.
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How long does it take to make Midnight Cheesy Quesadilla Supreme?
The listed total time is 25 minutes. Prep time is 10 minutes and cooking time is 15 minutes. Follow the instructions for any resting or chilling steps.
How many servings does this Midnight Cheesy Quesadilla Supreme recipe make?
This recipe yields 2 servings.
What is the difficulty level of this Midnight Cheesy Quesadilla Supreme recipe?
The listed difficulty level is easy.