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Cheesy Hot Honey Chicken Quesadillas

Irresistibly Cheesy Hot Honey Chicken Quesadillas to Savor

These Cheesy Hot Honey Chicken Quesadillas blend sweetness and spice for a quick, customizable dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas
  • 2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Substitute with steak or beans if desired
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For cooking the chicken
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adjust per your taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Experiment with fresh garlic for bolder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Can be omitted if preferred
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to your taste preferences
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to your taste preferences
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Can substitute with agave syrup
  • to taste Hot Sauce Adjust quantity for heat tolerance
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Acts as base for the jalapeño sauce
  • 2 Fresh Jalapeños Slice thinly for less heat
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Essential for cream sauce
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas Corn tortillas are a gluten-free option
  • 1 cup Cheddar and Monterey Jack Cheese Feel free to switch with pepper jack
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Used for grilling
For the Jalapeño Cream Sauce
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 2 Fresh Chopped Jalapeños
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Enhances overall flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • to taste Salt

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey and hot sauce to create the hot honey sauce. Slice the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and add it back to the skillet, pouring the hot honey mixture over it. Toss to coat.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, chopped jalapeños, lime juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well blended and creamy. Refrigerate the sauce while preparing quesadillas.
  4. Lay out a flour tortilla, layer with a generous amount of cheese, followed by the hot honey chicken, and sprinkle more cheese on top. Place another tortilla on top. Repeat to make desired number of quesadillas.
  5. Melt a tablespoon of butter in a skillet. Grill one assembled quesadilla for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Flip and grill the other side for another 2-3 minutes until crispy.
  6. Remove from skillet, let rest, then slice into wedges. Serve hot with the Spicy Jalapeño Cream Sauce drizzled on top, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Adjust hot sauce amount to suit spice tolerance. Ensure chicken reaches 165°F for safety. Use a non-stick skillet or enough butter to prevent sticking. Let cheese melt completely for gooeyness.

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