Chicken Quesadilla with Guacamole

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Chicken Filling

   • Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
   • Add the chopped yellow onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
   • Add the cubed chicken to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
   • Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, 0.75 tsp of salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 more minute, allowing the spices to become fragrant and coat the chicken evenly. Remove the skillet from the heat and set the filling aside.
2. 2

   Make the Fresh Guacamole

   • Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium bowl.
   • Mash the avocado with a fork or potato masher to your desired consistency, whether chunky or smooth.
   • Add the finely chopped red onion, cilantro, fresh lime juice, and the remaining 0.5 tsp of salt. Stir gently until everything is well combined. Set aside.
3. 3

   Assemble the Quesadillas

   • Place one flour tortilla on a clean, flat surface.
   • Sprinkle approximately 1/4 cup of the shredded cheese blend over one half of the tortilla, leaving a small border around the edge.
   • Evenly distribute about 1/4 of the cooked chicken mixture over the cheese.
   • Top the chicken with another 1/4 cup of cheese.
   • Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling, pressing down gently to create a half-moon shape. Repeat for the remaining 3 tortillas.
4. 4

   Cook the Quesadillas

   • Wipe out the skillet used for the chicken or use a clean non-stick pan. Melt 1/2 tbsp of butter over medium heat.
   • Carefully place one assembled quesadilla in the hot skillet.
   • Cook for 2-4 minutes on the first side, until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
   • Flip the quesadilla carefully with a spatula and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the second side is also golden brown and the cheese is completely melted and gooey.
   • Remove the cooked quesadilla from the pan and place it on a cutting board. Repeat the process with the remaining quesadillas, adding more butter to the pan as needed.
5. 5

   Serve and Enjoy

   • Let the quesadillas rest for a minute before cutting each one into 3 or 4 wedges.
   • Serve immediately while hot, with the fresh guacamole on the side for dipping. Sour cream and your favorite salsa also make excellent accompaniments.