CHICKEN AND ROASTED POBLANO QUESADILLA WITH AVOCADO CREAM

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Charred poblano chiles and chicken are sandwiched between warm tortillas loaded with cheese--perfect for dipping in a refreshing avocado-and-lime cream.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt
1/2 cup sour cream
Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lime, plus lime wedges, for serving
1/2 firm, ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
1 small poblano chile, halved lengthwise, stemmed and seeded
4 scallions, thinly sliced
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (8 ounces)
1 small clove garlic, finely grated
8 small corn tortillas
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salsa, for serving

Steps:

  • Prick the chicken all over with a fork and put in a medium bowl. Rub the cumin and 3/4 teaspoon salt into the chicken. Add 1/4 cup of the sour cream and half the lime zest and juice and mix until the chicken is coated. Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  • Blend the avocado, remaining 1/4 cup sour cream, remaining lime zest and juice, 3 tablespoons water and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a blender until very smooth; refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the broiler. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  • Put the poblanos skin-side up on the prepared baking sheet and broil until the skin is wrinkled and charred in spots, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer the poblanos to a medium bowl, cover with plastic wrap and let steam for 5 minutes. Run the poblanos under cold water and remove and discard the skin. Cut the poblanos into small bite-size pieces and return them to the bowl.
  • Transfer the chicken to the baking sheet and broil, turning once, until browned in spots and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Let cool for a few minutes. Cut it into small bite-size pieces. Add the chicken and half of the scallions to the bowl with the poblanos and toss to combine. Combine the cheese and garlic in a small bowl.
  • Top 4 tortillas with 1/4 cup of the cheese mixture, one-quarter of the chicken-poblano mixture then 1/4 cup more cheese mixture. Top each with 1 of the remaining 4 tortillas and press lightly.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 quesadilla to the skillet and cook, turning once, until it is golden and the cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking sheet or large plate and repeat with the remaining oil and quesadillas. Cut each quesadilla into quarters and sprinkle with the remaining scallions. Serve with a dollop of the avocado cream, lime wedges and salsa on the side.

Suhel Rana Rana
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This quesadilla was a great way to use up leftover chicken. The poblanos added a nice smoky flavor, and the avocado cream was a great addition. I will definitely be making this quesadilla again!


Christian Cornejo
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This quesadilla was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it! He said the chicken was cooked perfectly and the poblanos were roasted to perfection. The avocado cream helped to cool down the spiciness of the poblanos, but it wasn't enough for m


Arifa Sultana
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I'm not a big fan of poblanos, but I decided to try this quesadilla anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The poblanos were roasted to perfection and had a nice smoky flavor. The chicken was also cooked perfectly, and the avocado cream was a great addi


Wayne Atkinson
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This quesadilla was easy to make and turned out great! I used leftover chicken, and it worked perfectly. The poblanos added a nice smoky flavor, and the avocado cream was a great way to add some creaminess. I will definitely be making this quesadilla


Notracking Private
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I loved the combination of flavors in this quesadilla. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the poblanos added a nice smoky flavor. The avocado cream was a great addition, and it helped to balance out the spiciness of the poblanos. I will definitely


Chit Eh
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This quesadilla was a great way to use up leftover chicken. The poblanos added a nice smoky flavor, and the avocado cream was a great addition. I will definitely be making this quesadilla again!


April Bevis
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This quesadilla was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it! He said the chicken was cooked perfectly and the poblanos were roasted to perfection. The avocado cream helped to cool down the spiciness of the poblanos, but it wasn't enough for m


Federico Cangiotti
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I'm not a big fan of poblanos, but I decided to try this quesadilla anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The poblanos were roasted to perfection and had a nice smoky flavor. The chicken was also cooked perfectly, and the avocado cream was a great addi


Aylin Alfaro
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This quesadilla was easy to make and turned out great! I used leftover chicken, and it worked perfectly. The poblanos added a nice smoky flavor, and the avocado cream was a great way to add some creaminess. I will definitely be making this quesadilla


Mrs Mukta
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I made this quesadilla for my friends, and they all loved it! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the poblanos were roasted to perfection. The avocado cream was a great addition, and it helped to cool down the spiciness of the poblanos. I will defi


Andrian Clement
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This quesadilla was a disappointment. The chicken was dry and overcooked, and the poblanos were undercooked. The avocado cream was also bland and flavorless. I would not recommend this recipe.


Lavar Barnes
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This quesadilla was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was moist and flavorful, the poblanos were roasted to perfection, and the avocado cream was creamy and tangy. I will definitely be making this ques


Bakhtali Bakhtali
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I loved the combination of flavors in this quesadilla. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the poblanos added a nice smoky flavor. The avocado cream was a great addition, and it helped to balance out the spiciness of the poblanos.


Mohamad New
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This quesadilla was a hit with my family! The chicken and roasted poblano filling was flavorful and juicy, and the avocado cream added a creamy and tangy touch. The quesadilla was easy to make and came together quickly, making it a great option for a