Best 2 Chicken Verde Quesadillas Recipes

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Chicken verde quesadillas are a flavorful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With a combination of tender chicken, tangy salsa verde, and melted cheese, these quesadillas are sure to satisfy your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun appetizer for your next party, chicken verde quesadillas are the perfect choice.

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CHICKEN VERDE QUESADILLAS



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I used the corn, peppers and zucchini in my fridge to create these quick and easy quesadillas. Dollop with sour cream and you're good to go. -Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced
1-1/2 cups (about 7-1/2 ounces) frozen corn
1 small zucchini, chopped
1 poblano pepper, thinly sliced
2 cups frozen grilled chicken breast strips, thawed and chopped
3/4 cup green enchilada sauce
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
8 flour tortillas (10 inches)
4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Pico de gallo, optional
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, corn, zucchini and poblano pepper; cook and stir until tender, 8-10 minutes. Add chicken, enchilada sauce, cilantro, salt and pepper; heat through., Brush remaining oil over 1 side of each tortilla. Place half of the tortillas on 2 baking sheets, oiled side down. Sprinkle each with 1/2 cup cheese and top with 1 cup chicken mixture, remaining cheese and remaining tortillas, oiled side up. Bake until golden brown and cheese is melted, 7-9 minutes. If desired, serve with pico de gallo and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1083 calories, Fat 55g fat (27g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 2449mg sodium, Carbohydrate 94g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 56g protein.

EASY CHICKEN VERDE QUESADILLAS



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This easy dish really does prove that simple is often best. My family loves Mexican food and this is a great way to quickly whip-up a hunger-satisfying snack. Sometimes there's just no need to over-complicate things in the kitchen. I have a real fondness for salsa verde and used Reta Smith's recipe for it in this dish. If you...

Provided by Michell James

Categories     Tacos & Burritos

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 c shredded chicken (i used leftovers)
1 pkg flour tortillas
1/2 c salsa verde
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
2 c your favorite shredded cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat a large skillet over med heat.
  • 2. Brush tortilla with vegetable oil, place oil side down in skillet.
  • 3. Sprinkle tortilla with some of the cheese and the chicken, add several dollops of salsa verde, cover with another tortilla and brush top with vegetable oil.
  • 4. When bottom tortilla browns and crisps up, carefully flip and brown other side. Repeat until you use all tortillas.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the quesadillas will taste. This is especially true for the chicken, cheese, and salsa.
  • Season the chicken well: Don't be afraid to use plenty of spices and herbs to season the chicken. This will give it a delicious flavor that will shine through in the quesadillas.
  • Shred the chicken finely: This will help it distribute evenly throughout the quesadillas and make them easier to eat.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The cheese is one of the most important ingredients in quesadillas, so it's worth splurging on a good quality one. A sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese will work well.
  • Don't overload the quesadillas: If you put too much filling in the quesadillas, they will be difficult to fold and cook evenly.
  • Cook the quesadillas over medium heat: This will help them cook evenly and prevent the cheese from burning.

Conclusion:

Chicken verde quesadillas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They're also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a satisfying and flavorful meal that the whole family will love.

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