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Cheesy Hot Honey Chicken Quesadillas with Spicy Jalapeño Cream Sauce

Cheesy Hot Honey Chicken Quesadillas with Spicy Kick

Enjoy these Cheesy Hot Honey Chicken Quesadillas with Spicy Jalapeño Cream Sauce, a quick and flavorful dish ready in 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Sweet & Spicy Sauce
  • 1 cup honey
  • to taste hot sauce
For the Creamy Jalapeño Sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 2 pieces jalapeños diced, deseed for less heat
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh or bottled
For Assembling the Quesadillas
  • 4 large flour tortillas whole wheat is a nutritious alternative
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 1 tablespoon butter or cooking spray for a lighter touch
For Topping
  • to taste fresh cilantro optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Medium Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and no longer pink in the center. Transfer to a plate and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of sour cream, 2 diced jalapeños, the juice of 1 lime, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until the jalapeños are evenly distributed throughout the creamy mixture. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the spicy jalapeño cream sauce until ready to serve.
  3. Take 4 large flour tortillas and lay them flat on a clean surface. On half of each tortilla, add a generous layer of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, followed by a portion of the sliced chicken. Sprinkle more cheese over the chicken, then fold the tortillas over to create a half-moon shape.
  4. In the same skillet used for the chicken, add 1 tablespoon of butter and heat over medium-low until melted and bubbly. Carefully place the assembled quesadillas in the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them sit for a minute before slicing them into wedges. Serve warm with the spicy jalapeño cream sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with fillings and adjust spice levels according to your taste preferences.

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