TEQUILA CHICKEN QUESADILLAS

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 tablespoons canola oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, julienned
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 dashes cayenne pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons cumin
1 clove garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, julienned
1 green bell pepper, julienned
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 ounce tequila
8 ounces Colby Jack cheese, Monterey Jack, or Cheddar, shredded
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons sliced scallions
1 1/2 cups soy flour
1/4 cup sugar substitute (recommended: Splenda)
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 eggs
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup club soda
Non-stick vegetable oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Make the soy flour flat bread: In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy flour, sugar substitute, salt, eggs, heavy cream, and club soda to make a smooth, thick, pancake-like batter. Spray pizza pans generously with the vegetable oil spray. Using a rubber spatula, spread the batter as thinly and evenly as possible over the 2 pans. Bake for about 12 to 15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown and firm to touch.
  • In a large saute pan or wok, heat oil over high heat. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, cayenne, cumin, and garlic, and add to the hot oil. Next add the peppers and onions, and remove pan from the heat and add tequila. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until chicken is cooked thoroughly. Keep warm.
  • Cut 1 flat bread into 4 pieces. On 2 pieces, layer cheese, cooked chicken mixture, and more cheese, and cover with the other 2 pieces. (Wrap the other flatbread and freeze for another use).
  • Lastly, melt butter until very hot in a saute pan over medium-high heat. Add quesadillas and cook for about 2 minutes on each side until toasty and the cheese is melted. Cut quesadillas into 3 pieces each and serve. Garnish with cilantro and scallions, and serve with salsa picante, guacamole, and sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 707 calorie, Fat 50 grams, SaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fiber 5 grams

Elesabelle
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These quesadillas were so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever fillings I have on hand. They're also a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Md Chandon
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These quesadillas were delicious! I loved the flavor of the tequila in the chicken. It really gave them a unique flavor.


Christina Gudermuth
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These quesadillas were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. He said the chicken was flavorful and the cheese was melted and gooey. I would make them again, but I would use less jalapeño pepper.


Elizabeth Udoh
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I'm not a big fan of chicken quesadillas, but these were actually really good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the cheese was melted and gooey. I would definitely make these again.


PheNomeNaL BouFa
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These quesadillas are the perfect party food. They're easy to make ahead of time and they can be served hot or cold. I always get rave reviews when I bring them to a party.


Julian J Rivera
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I made these quesadillas for my kids and they loved them! They're so easy to make and they're a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


KAYME Yare123
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These quesadillas were delicious! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the cheese was melted and gooey. I loved the addition of the peppers and onions, which added a nice crunch and flavor.


Milly Long
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I made these quesadillas for my family and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making these again.


Md sohan Mohima
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These quesadillas were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. He said the chicken was flavorful and the cheese was melted and gooey. I would make them again, but I would use less jalapeño pepper.


Paolina Kara
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I'm not a big fan of chicken quesadillas, but these were actually really good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the cheese was melted and gooey. I would definitely make these again.


Alyssa Wallace
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These quesadillas are the perfect party food. They're easy to make ahead of time and they can be served hot or cold. I always get rave reviews when I bring them to a party.


sandeepa lahiru2003
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I made these quesadillas for my kids and they loved them! They're so easy to make and they're a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Nassali Rachel
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These quesadillas are delicious! The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the cheese is melted and gooey. I love the addition of the peppers and onions, which add a nice crunch and flavor.


Uthmaan Khan
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I've made these quesadillas several times now and they're always a hit. I love the flavor of the tequila in the chicken. It really gives them a unique flavor.


mdliton mdliton
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These quesadillas are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever fillings I have on hand. They're also a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Nice Oriaku
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I made these quesadillas for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making these again.


Kulani Nkuna
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These quesadillas were a hit with my family! The chicken was flavorful and juicy, and the combination of cheese, peppers, and onions was perfect. I will definitely be making these again.