Experience the bold flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine with this delightful Chipotle Chicken Quesadilla recipe. Perfect for meal prepping, this dish combines smoky chipotle-marinated chicken with two sensational salsas: a deeply flavored Burnt Salsa and a creamy Green Salsa (Avocado Crema). Whether you enjoy it as a quick weeknight meal or part of a preparation for the week, this dish promises high protein content and versatile meal options.
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Ingredients
🍗 1000g Chicken Thigh Fillets
🧅 3 Onions
🫒 30g Olive Oil
🧂 1 Tbsp Salt
🌶️ 1 Tbsp Paprika
🧄 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder
🧅 1 Tbsp Onion Powder
🌶️ 1 Tbsp Chipotle Paste
🌿 1 Tbsp Oregano
🌿 1 Tbsp Cumin
🍅 500g Cherry Tomatoes
🧅 1 Onion
🧄 6 Garlic Cloves
🌶️ 2 Red Chillies
🌿 1 Handful of Coriander
🍋 1 Tbsp Lime Juice
🧂 1 tsp Salt
🥛 300g 0% Greek Yoghurt
🌶️ 3 Jalapeños
🥑 1 Avocado
🍋 1 Tbsp Lime Juice
🧂 1 tsp Salt
🧅 Chopped Onion & Coriander for garnish
🧀 10g Grated Mozzarella per tortilla
🌮 Tortillas for 8 quesadillas
Instructions
1- Marinate the Chicken:
- Dice the chicken thigh fillets and thinly slice the onions.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, onions, olive oil, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chipotle paste, oregano, and cumin. Mix well to ensure even coating.
2- Roast the Chicken:
- Preheat your oven to 200°C.
- Spread the chicken mixture on a metal oven tray and roast for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
3- Prepare the Burnt Salsa:
- Halve the red chillies and cut the onion into chunks. Peel the garlic cloves.
- Place the cherry tomatoes, chillies, onion, and garlic on a clean oven tray. Grill until they are charred.
- Transfer these to a Nutribullet-style blender and add coriander. Blend until smooth. Season with lime juice and salt.
4- Prepare the Green Salsa (Avocado Crema):
- In the blender, combine Greek yoghurt, jalapeños, and avocado. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Season with lime juice and salt.
5- Assemble the Quesadillas:
- On each tortilla, sprinkle 10g of mozzarella on one half, then top with a portion of chipotle chicken. Fold each tortilla in half.
- Heat a non-stick pan, such as the Our Place Always Pan, over medium heat. Cook the quesadilla until crispy and golden brown on each side, ensuring the cheese is melted.
6- Serve:
- Open the quesadilla slightly, add some green salsa and garnish with chopped onion and coriander. Serve with burnt salsa for dipping.
Prep Time: Approx. 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes roasting + additional for grilling and cooking quesadillas
Total Time: Approx. 50-60 minutes
Servings: 8 Quesadillas
Calories: 565
Protein: 44 g
Fat: 27 g
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Fiber: 5 g
Equipment:
- Mixing Bowl: Metal
- Oven Tray: Metal
- Blender: Nutribullet-style
- Non-stick Pan: Our Place Always Pan or similar
- Tongs, Spatula, Chopping Board, Knives, Sharpie for labeling
Cooking Tips
- Batch Cooking: Prepare the chicken and salsas in advance for easy meal prep. Store them in labeled airtight containers.
- Flavor Boost: Charring salsa ingredients intensifies flavors, offering a unique smoky profile.
- Versatility: Use the prepared chicken and salsas for tacos or serve over rice or salad bowls.
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