Quesadillas

Ingredientes

• 1 1/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, (diced into 1/2-inch cubes)
• 2 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 4 tsp olive oil, (divided)
• 2 cups chopped bell pepper ((about 2, I use red and green))
• 2/3 cup chopped red onion
• 2 garlic cloves, (minced)
• 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
• 6 (10-inch burrito size) flour tortillas
• 3 Tbsp butter, (melted)
• 6 oz. cheddar cheese, (shredded (1 1/2 cups))
• 6 oz. monterrey jack cheese, (shredded (1 1/2 cups))
• Guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo or salsa, (for serving (optional)*)

Preparación

1. 1

   Toss chicken with chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper (about 3/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper).

2. 2

   Heat 2 tsp olive oil in 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook and turn occasionally until fully cooked through, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a medium mixing bowl.

3. 3

   Heat remaining 2 tsp oil in same skillet. Add bell pepper and red onion and saute until tender, about 6 minutes, while adding in garlic during last 1 minute. Transfer to bowl with chicken, pour in lime and toss.

4. 4

   Brush top side of tortillas with melted butter. Wipe skillet clean with paper towels, heat over medium heat. Toss cheeses together.

5. 5

   Transfer one tortilla buttered side down to skillet. Working quickly sprinkle 1/2 cup cheese evenly over one half side of the tortilla then sprinkle with about 3/4 cup of the chicken mixture. Fold top half over, repeat with a second tortilla (you can fit two in the skillet at once).

6. 6

   Let cook until golden brown on bottom about 2 minutes, then carefully turn to opposite side and continue to cook until golden brown on bottom.

7. 7

   Repeat process with remaining tortillas, cheese and filling. Cut each quesadilla into 2 or 3 wedges. Serve warm with desired toppings.