Best 9 Shrimp And Green Chile Quesadilla Recipes

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Shrimp and green chile quesadillas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The combination of shrimp, green chiles, cheese, and tortillas creates a flavorful and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious shrimp and green chile quesadilla that will be the hit of your next party or gathering.

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GRILLED GREEN CHILI QUESADILLAS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 fresh chile peppers, such as poblanos -- any variety may be used, according to your tolerance for heat
4 (12-inch) large flour tortillas
3 cups (3/4 pound brick) smoked cheddar (recommended: Cabot brand, shredded)
1 cup store bought salsa verde, available on chip and snack aisle or in Mexican food section
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Heat a grill pan over high heat. Place whole chiles on grill and char all over. about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and split chiles. Scrape away seeds with a spoon and slice.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium high heat. Char the tortilla and blister it on 1 side, 20 seconds, then flip tortilla. Cover half of the tortilla with cheese and chilies, then fold over. Press down gently with spatula. Cook quesadilla 15 seconds more on each side, transfer to a cutting board. Repeat. Pile up 2 completed quesadillas at a time and cut into 3 generous wedges. The yield will be 12 pieces from 4 quesadillas. Serve slices on a large platter with small dishes of salsa verde and sour cream for topping. Garnish the platter and toppings with chopped cilantro.

GREEN CHILE BREAKFAST QUESADILLAS



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If there is one ingredient absolutely necessary for traditional New Mexican cooking, it is the long, spicy, local green chile. Try this easy recipe for a good basic green chile sauce. It adds a Southwestern kick to nearly anything, but it is especially nice spooned liberally over a hearty breakfast quesadilla.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, lunch, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons butter, lard or vegetable oil
1 small onion, finely diced
Kosher salt
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth or water
2 cups chopped Hatch or Anaheim green chiles (roasted, peeled and seeded), from about 2 pounds chiles
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted and coarsely ground
1/2 teaspoon oregano
4 large flour tortillas, plain or whole wheat
8 ounces grated cheese, such as Oaxaca string cheese or Monterey Jack
2 tablespoons butter
2 medium-size cooked peeled potatoes, cut in small cubes, about 1 1/2 cups (optional)
6 to 8 eggs, lightly beaten
Salt and pepper
4 ounces queso fresco or cotija cheese, crumbled
Handful of cilantro sprigs
1 firm-ripe avocado, sliced
Radishes, optional, for garnish

Steps:

  • Put butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, season lightly with salt and cook, stirring, until softened but not browned, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Sprinkle in flour and stir to coat.
  • Add broth a little at a time, whisking constantly until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add chopped chile, cumin, oregano and about 1/2 teaspoon salt. Lower heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes. You should have about 3 cups medium-thick sauce. (May be prepared in advance and refrigerated for up to 5 days.) Keep sauce warm.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Set a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Warm tortillas on both sides, one at a time, without allowing them to crisp or brown much. Place tortillas on a baking sheet (you may need 2) and sprinkle each with 2 ounces of the grated cheese. Put in oven to melt cheese.
  • Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes if using, heat them through and let lightly brown. Season eggs with salt and pepper, pour over potatoes and quickly stir mixture until eggs are soft-scrambled. Remove tortillas from oven and place 1/4 of the cooked egg mixture at the center of each. Fold tortillas in half and transfer to 4 warm plates. Spoon 1/4 cup warm green chile sauce over each quesadilla. Sprinkle with queso fresco and top with cilantro sprigs and avocado slices. Garnish with whole or halved radishes if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 887, UnsaturatedFat 29 grams, Carbohydrate 57 grams, Fat 56 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 41 grams, SaturatedFat 22 grams, Sodium 1183 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 1 gram

CHILE-LIME SHRIMP QUESADILLAS



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Try these simple and delicious shrimp quesadillas that include the unbeatable flavor combo of cilantro, lime, chili and pepper jack cheese.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb. frozen cooked cleaned medium shrimp, thawed
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup lime juice
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. chili powder
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 red pepper, cut into thin strips
8 flour tortillas (6 inch)
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Pepper Jack Cheese

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients; set aside.
  • Heat large skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat. Add corn and peppers; cook and stir 3 to 5 min. or until peppers are crisp-tender. Stir in shrimp mixture; cook 2 min. or until heated through, stirring frequently. Spoon onto tortillas; top with cheese. Fold in half.
  • Wipe out skillet with paper towels; spray with cooking spray. Add quesadillas, in batches; cook 3 to 4 min. or until golden brown on both sides, turning after 2 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Sodium 940 mg, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 22 g

SHRIMP QUESADILLAS



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For variety, substitute cooked chicken or ground beef for the shrimp in these easy quesadillas, suggests Joan Schroeder from Pinedale, Wyoming.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2-4 servings (2-1/2 cups salsa).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
QUESADILLAS:
1-1/3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1/2 cup chopped seeded tomato
3 tablespoons sliced green onions
1 package (8 ounces) frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed
4 flour tortillas (10 inches)
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • For salsa, place the first nine ingredients in a blender; cover and process until finely chopped. Transfer to a large bowl; set aside., Sprinkle the cheese, chilies, tomato, onions and shrimp over half of each tortilla; fold over. , In a large skillet over medium heat, cook quesadillas in butter for 1-2 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted. Cut into wedges. Serve with salsa. Refrigerate leftover salsa.

Nutrition Facts :

SUPER QUICK SHRIMP & GREEN CHILI QUESADILLAS



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If I am really short on time, I head to the grocery store for prepared guacamole. Swap in shredded rotisserie chicken for shrimp for another fun option. -Angie Ressa, Cheney, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings (1/2 cup guacamole).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-3/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup peeled and deveined cooked small shrimp
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
2 green onions, thinly sliced
8 flour tortillas (8 inches)
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
2 tablespoons salsa
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the cheese, shrimp, green chilies and green onions. Place half of the tortillas on a greased griddle; sprinkle with cheese mixture. Top with remaining tortillas. Cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cheese is melted., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mash avocado with salsa and garlic salt. Serve with quesadillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 676 calories, Fat 30g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 178mg cholesterol, Sodium 1186mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

SHRIMP AND CILANTRO PESTO QUESADILLA



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Cilantro adds its sharp green presence to this quesadilla, which is topped with a sprinkling of brassy ancho chile powder.

Provided by Bobby Flay | Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 large shrimp, shelled and deveined
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon
3 (6-inch) tortillas or 8-inch tortillas cut to size
1/4 cup grated Monterey Jack
1/4 cup grated white cheddar
3 tablespoons Cilantro Pesto, recipe follows
1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
2 teaspoons sour cream, or to taste
2 cups firmly packed cilantro leaves
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, to taste. In a small skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and saute the shrimp for 1 1/2 minutes on each side. Reserve for garnish.
  • Place 2 tortillas on an ungreased baking sheet, sprinkle half the cheeses and 1 1/2 tablespoons pesto on each, and season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Stack the 2 layers and cover with the remaining tortilla. Brush with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle evenly with ancho chile powder. May be prepared 1 day ahead up to this point and refrigerated. Bake for 8 to 12 minutes or until the tortillas are slightly crisp and the cheese has melted.
  • Cut into quarters and serve hot, garnished with the shrimp, more pesto, and sour cream.
  • In a food processor, combine cilantro, garlic, pumpkinseeds, lime juice, salt and pepper. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil until sauce is emulsified. May be prepared up to 2 days ahead, covered, and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature 1 hour before serving.
  • Yield: 1 cup

GREEN CHILE QUESADILLAS



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Make and share this Green chile Quesadillas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups shedded cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
1/2 cup whole kernel corn
1/4 cup green onions (about2) or 1/4 cup chopped onion
10 6-inch flour tortillas
salsa (your farorite)
chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine cheese, chilies,corn and onions in a bowl.
  • Spread 1/3 cup cheese mixture onto ONE HALF of each tortilla.
  • Fold tortilla in half.
  • Spray large skillet with cooking spray.
  • Place 2 Quesadillas in skillet.
  • Cook each side over medium-high heat until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  • Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  • Serve with salsa and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.7, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 23.7, Sodium 358.8, Carbohydrate 18.5, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 1.5, Protein 8.6

SHRIMP AND GREEN CHILE QUESADILLA



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I created this one night out of hunger, a craving for Hatch green chile, and having only a few items in the fridge. The unexpected combination of flavors tastes wonderful!

Provided by vanessajbaca

Categories     Shrimp Recipes

Time 41m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 Hatch chile peppers, halved and seeded
cooking spray
6 cooked shrimps, tails removed
1 (9 inch) whole-wheat tortilla
1 teaspoon minced garlic
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, or to taste
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place Hatch chile peppers, cut sides down, onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Cook peppers under the preheated broiler until the skin has blackened and blistered, 5 to 8 minutes. Place blackened peppers into a bowl and tightly seal with plastic wrap. Allow peppers to steam as they cool, about 15 minutes. Discard skins and chop peppers.
  • Coat a large skillet with cooking spray over medium heat. Place shrimp onto tortilla; cover with the chiles, garlic, and mozzarella cheese. Add salt.
  • Fold tortilla in half and transfer to the skillet. Cook until lightly toasted with spots of brown, 3 to 5 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1113.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 2016.7 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 220.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 2540.5 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

SHRIMP AND GREEN CHILE QUESADILLA



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I created this one night out of hunger, a craving for Hatch green chile, and having only a few items in the fridge. The unexpected combination of flavors tastes wonderful!

Provided by vanessajbaca

Categories     Shrimp Recipes

Time 41m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 Hatch chile peppers, halved and seeded
cooking spray
6 cooked shrimps, tails removed
1 (9 inch) whole-wheat tortilla
1 teaspoon minced garlic
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, or to taste
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place Hatch chile peppers, cut sides down, onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Cook peppers under the preheated broiler until the skin has blackened and blistered, 5 to 8 minutes. Place blackened peppers into a bowl and tightly seal with plastic wrap. Allow peppers to steam as they cool, about 15 minutes. Discard skins and chop peppers.
  • Coat a large skillet with cooking spray over medium heat. Place shrimp onto tortilla; cover with the chiles, garlic, and mozzarella cheese. Add salt.
  • Fold tortilla in half and transfer to the skillet. Cook until lightly toasted with spots of brown, 3 to 5 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1113.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 2016.7 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 220.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 2540.5 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients in advance: Chop the shrimp, green chilies, onion, and cilantro before you start cooking. This will help you save time and keep your cooking process organized.
  • Use a large skillet or griddle: This will help you cook the quesadillas evenly and prevent them from sticking.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: Cook the quesadillas in batches if necessary to prevent them from steaming instead of frying.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your quesadillas.
  • Don't overstuff the quesadillas: Too much filling will make them difficult to fold and cook evenly.
  • Add your favorite toppings: Shredded lettuce, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa are all great options.

Conclusion:

Shrimp and green chile quesadillas are a delicious, easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. They are also a great option for parties or potlucks. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your quesadillas turn out perfectly every time. So next time you are looking for a flavorful and satisfying meal, give shrimp and green chile quesadillas a try!

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