Best 7 Chicken Chorizo Quesadilla Recipes

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Chicken chorizo quesadillas are a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Made with a combination of cooked chicken, chorizo sausage, and melted cheese, these quesadillas are sure to be a hit with the whole family. With their crispy tortillas, savory filling, and flavorful salsa, chicken chorizo quesadillas are a great way to enjoy the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine. So if you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal that won't take long to prepare, give chicken chorizo quesadillas a try—you won't be disappointed!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN & CHORIZO QUESADILLA



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Try this delicious tropical grilled cheese sandwich

Provided by Emma Lewis

Categories     Lunch, Side dish, Snack

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tsp olive oil
1 shallot , sliced
100g chorizo , diced
2 cooked chicken breasts , shredded
2 plum tomatoes , diced
320g pack soft tortillas
200g cheddar , grated
small bunch coriander , roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pan and cook the shallot and chorizo for 5 mins until the shallot is softened. Stir in the chicken and tomatoes. Remove from the heat.
  • Put half the tortillas onto baking sheets. Spread a little chicken mixture on each one. Scatter over the cheese and coriander. Sandwich with the remaining tortillas. You can make up to this point 2 hrs ahead.
  • Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Cook the tortillas for 3 mins. Using a fish slice, turn each one over. Cook for 3 mins more until both sides are golden. Put on a board, slice into wedges and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424 calories, Fat 22 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 30 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 29 grams protein, Sodium 2.42 milligram of sodium

CHICKEN QUESADILLAS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

12 large flour tortillas
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 cups grated cheese (Monterey Jack is the best)
2 pounds skinless chicken breasts
Pico de Gallo, for serving, recipe follows
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons taco or Cajun seasoning mix
1 large onion, cut in half and then into slices
1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
1 yellow bell pepper
12 tablespoons butter, for frying
12 Roma tomatoes (slightly under ripe is fine)
3 yellow or red onions
2 cups fresh cilantro leaves
2 to 3 jalapenos
1 lime
Salt

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Sprinkle the chicken with salt, pepper and taco seasoning. Add the chicken to the skillet and saute over medium-high heat until done, about 4 minute per side. Remove from the skillet and dice into cubes. Set aside.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet over high heat. Throw in the onions and peppers and cook until the peppers have a few dark brown/black areas, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  • Sizzle 1/2 tablespoon of the butter in a separate skillet or griddle over medium heat and lay a flour tortilla in the skillet. Then build the quesadillas by laying grated cheese on the bottom tortilla, and then arranging the chicken and cooked peppers. Top with a little more grated cheese and top with a second tortilla.
  • When the tortilla is golden on the first side, carefully flip the quesadilla to the other side, adding another 1/2 tablespoon butter to the skillet at the same time. Continue cooking until the second side is golden. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and fillings.
  • Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve with Pico de Gallo.
  • Dice up equal quantities of tomatoes and onions. Roughly chop the cilantro.
  • Now, slice 1 or 2 jalapenos in half. With a spoon, scrape out the seeds. (If you like things spicy, leave in some of the white membranes.) Dice the jalapenos very finely; you want a hint of heat and jalapeno flavor, but you don't want to cause any fires. Now dump the four ingredients into a bowl.
  • Slice the lime in half and squeeze the juice from half the lime into the bowl. Sprinkle with salt, and stir together until combined. Be sure to taste the pico de gallo and adjust the seasonings, adding salt or more diced jalapeno if needed.

CHICKEN QUESADILLAS



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This chicken quesadilla recipe has an impressive look and taste with little preparation. The leftover chicken gets Mexican flair from cumin in this fun main dish. -Linda Wetzel, Woodland Park, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2-1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken
2/3 cup salsa
1/3 cup sliced green onions
3/4 to 1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
6 flour tortillas (8 inches)
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Sour cream and guacamole

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine the first 6 ingredients. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat until heated through, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Brush 1 side of tortillas with butter; place buttered side down on a lightly greased baking sheet. Spoon 1/3 cup chicken mixture over half of each tortilla; sprinkle with 1/3 cup cheese. , Fold plain side of tortilla over cheese. Bake at 375° until crisp and golden brown, 9-11 minutes. Cut into wedges; serve with sour cream and guacamole.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Fat 26g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 901mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

CHICKEN QUESADILLAS



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This is a great recipe for parties. I freeze the leftovers; they reheat quite well. The zesty chicken and cooked peppers are a succulent delight when mixed with the melted cheeses. Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve with sour cream and salsa.

Provided by Heather

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 55m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, diced
1 (1.27 ounce) packet fajita seasoning
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 green bell peppers, chopped
2 red bell peppers, chopped
1 onion, chopped
10 (10 inch) flour tortillas
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon bacon bits
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Grease a baking sheet.
  • Toss the chicken with the fajita seasoning, then spread onto the baking sheet. Place under the broiler and cook until the chicken pieces are no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the green bell peppers, red bell peppers, onion, and chicken. Cook and stir until the vegetables have softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Layer half of each tortilla with the chicken and vegetable mixture, then sprinkle with the Cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and Monterey Jack. Fold the tortillas in half and Place onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake quesadillas in the preheated oven until the cheeses have melted, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 504.3 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

SQUASH AND CHORIZO QUESADILLAS



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These quesadillas are perfect for fall. They are stuffed with butternut squash which are at their peak this time of year. You will have some leftover beans. Add them to any salad for extra protein, make some homemade nachos and incorporate the beans into the topping, or turn them into a black bean burger patty. The options are endless for leftover beans!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces fresh chorizo, casings removed
1 pound butternut squash (about 1/2 squash), peeled and sliced into 1/8- to 1/4-inch-thick quarter-moons
Kosher salt
1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
Juice of 1/2 lime (about 1 tablespoon)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small bunch curly kale, trimmed and thinly sliced
4 10-inch whole-wheat tortillas
1 1/4 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
1/2 cup pico de gallo
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Cook the chorizo in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 4 minutes. Remove to a large bowl, reserving the pan drippings.
  • Reduce the heat under the skillet to medium and add the squash, 1/3 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon salt; gently toss. Cover and cook until the squash is fork-tender, about 4 minutes. Uncover and cook until the liquid evaporates, 1 to 2 more minutes. Add the beans, chile powder and a pinch of salt and cook, tossing, until warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes. Add to the bowl with the chorizo.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the lime juice and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small bowl. Put the kale in a large bowl and pour the lime dressing on top. Massage the dressing into the kale; season with salt.
  • Divide the squash mixture among the tortillas, leaving one half of each tortilla uncovered. Top with the cheese. Fold over the other half of each tortilla. Return the skillet to medium heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add 2 of the quesadillas and cook, flipping halfway, until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and repeat with the remaining quesadillas.
  • Cut the quesadillas in half. Divide among plates and serve with the kale salad, pico de gallo and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 840, Fat 53 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Cholesterol 95 milligrams, Sodium 1916 milligrams, Carbohydrate 59 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 32 grams, Sugar 5 grams

MANGO, CHICKEN, AND CHORIZO QUESADILLAS



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This recipe is from Cooking Light December 2007. This is a good use for rotisserie chicken. Posting here for safekeeping. Times are an estimate.

Provided by GibbyLou

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 1 1 quesadilla, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 link spanish chorizo sausage, diced (about 3 1/4 ounces)
1 1/4 cups boneless chicken breasts, roasted and shredded
4 (8 inch) fat-free flour tortillas
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1/2 cup chopped peeled mango
4 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
cooking spray
1/2 cup fat-free roasted corn salsa
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
cilantro, sprigs (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage to pan; sauté 1 minute. Stir in chicken; sauté 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Remove sausage mixture from pan; set aside. Wipe pan with a paper towel.
  • Sprinkle half of each tortilla with 3 tablespoons cheese; top with 1/4 cup sausage mixture, 2 tablespoons mango, and 1 teaspoon cilantro. Carefully fold tortillas in half, pressing gently to seal.
  • Return pan to medium heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add 2 filled tortillas to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Repeat with cooking spray and remaining filled tortillas. Top each serving with 2 tablespoons salsa and 1 tablespoon sour cream. Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 19.5, Sodium 743.8, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 5.1, Protein 9.3

SOUTHWESTERN CHORIZO QUESADILLAS



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posted for ZWT 2006, this is from the Food Network site and sounds pretty darn good. Chorizo is used in a lot of Southwestern cooking as well as the cooking of Spain. It's one of my favorite sausages to use.

Provided by JanetB-KY

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large flour tortillas
2 cups shredded monterey monterey jack pepper cheese or 2 cups smoked cheddar cheese
1/2 lb chorizo sausage or 1/2 lb andouille sausage, casing removed and finely chopped
2 scallions, chopped (green onions)
3 small plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
1 small white onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
coarse salt

Steps:

  • Preheat a nonstick skillet or griddle pan to high heat; blister a flour tortilla for 20 seconds, flip.
  • Cover half the tortilla surface with shredded cheese, bits of chorizo or andouille, and chopped scallions.
  • Fold the tortilla in half and cook a minute longer, 30 seconds on each side, pressing down gently with a spatula.
  • Cut quesadillas into 4 wedges and top with salsa.
  • For salsa, combine tomatoes, onion, cilantro and salt in a small bowl and spoon over wedges of quesadilla, as you snack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 843.8, Fat 47.8, SaturatedFat 21.1, Cholesterol 100.2, Sodium 1732.7, Carbohydrate 64.4, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 4.8, Protein 37.7

Tips:

  • Use high-quality tortillas for the best results.
  • Heat the tortillas thoroughly before filling them to prevent them from cracking.
  • Don't overload the quesadillas with fillings, or they will be difficult to fold and cook evenly.
  • Use a variety of cheeses to create a flavorful and gooey quesadilla.
  • Add your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cilantro, after cooking.
  • Serve quesadillas immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Chicken chorizo quesadillas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With endless variations, you can customize them to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and satisfying meal, give chicken chorizo quesadillas a try! They're sure to become a family favorite.

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