Description
These Cheesy Chipotle Adobo Chicken Quesadillas combine tender shredded chicken with smoky chipotle peppers, creamy cheese, and a hint of lime in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for a quick, delicious Mexican-inspired meal that’s full of bold flavors and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Quesadillas
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, sour cream, green onions, and lime juice. Stir everything together until evenly mixed, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Assemble the quesadillas: Lay the flour tortillas flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the shredded Mexican blend cheese over one half of each tortilla. Evenly spoon the prepared chicken mixture on top of the cheese, then top with another 1/2 cup of cheese. Fold the tortillas in half, forming a half-moon shape to encase the filling.
- Cook the quesadillas: Heat the olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place one folded quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until the exterior is golden brown and crispy and the cheese inside has melted thoroughly. Repeat this process with the remaining quesadillas.
- Rest and serve: Remove the cooked quesadillas from the skillet and let them rest for 1 to 2 minutes to allow the filling to set slightly. Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm with optional sides such as guacamole, salsa, or extra sour cream for dipping.
Notes
- Serve with guacamole, salsa, or extra sour cream for dipping.
- For extra heat, add jalapeños or increase the amount of adobo sauce in the chicken mixture.
- This recipe works well with rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken, making it a great option for using leftovers.
