Crispy Chicken Quesadillas
A flavorful twist on traditional quesadillas, with crispy chicken and melted cheese.
Ingredients
- ●1 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ●1/2 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- ●1 1 teaspoon paprika
- ●1/2 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- ●1/4 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperoptional
- ●2 2 large eggs
- ●1 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ●4 4 large flour tortillas
- ●1/4 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ●1 Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- 1
In a shallow dish, mix together flour, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- 2
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge chicken in flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- 3
In a separate dish, beat eggs. Dip floured chicken in eggs, then coat in flour mixture again.
- 4
Heat 1/2-inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes per side.
- 5
Transfer fried chicken to a plate and set aside.
- 6
In the same skillet, warm tortillas over medium heat for 1-2 minutes on each side.
- 7
Place a tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle with cheese, and top with a piece of fried chicken.
- 8
Fold tortilla in half to enclose filling. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until tortilla is crispy and cheese is melted.
- 9
Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
- 10
Cut quesadillas into wedges and serve with chopped cilantro and your favorite toppings.