Honey Chipotle Chicken Quesadillas

Crispy on the outside, juicy and cheesy on the inside — these Honey Chipotle Chicken Quesadillas are the perfect mix of sweet, smoky and spicy. Tender chicken, soft peppers, caramelized onions and loads of melted cheese wrapped in a golden, toasted tortilla. Easy to make, insanely satisfying, and perfect for lunch, dinner or sharing.

Author: Delicate Kitchen

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: Mexican

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 951 kcal per serving

Ingredients

260 grams - chicken breast
1 - large onion
1 - red bell pepper
1–3 - chipotle peppers
1 tsp - honey
1 tsp - salt
1 tsp - paprika
1 tsp - garlic powder
½ tsp - black pepper
olive oil
water
1 tsp - flour
250 grams - cheese
2 - large tortillas

Instructions

In a bowl, combine the chicken with salt, paprika, garlic powder, pepper, chopped chipotle, honey and a drizzle of olive oil. Mix well until everything is evenly coated. Cover and place in the fridge while you prepare the vegetables.
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat (level 6). Add the sliced onions and bell peppers and cook slowly for about 15 minutes, stirring often, until soft, glossy and slightly caramelized. If they start sticking, add a small splash of water.
Add the marinated chicken to the pan and cook until the chicken is fully done and nicely coated with the vegetables.
Pour in about 30 ml water and sprinkle in 1 tsp flour. Stir well and let it simmer briefly until the mixture thickens slightly and becomes juicy and glossy. Remove from heat.
Place one tortilla in a clean pan (no oil needed or just a tiny bit). Sprinkle a layer of cheese, add a generous amount of the chicken mixture, then top with more cheese. Fold the tortilla in half.
Cook on medium heat until the bottom is golden and crispy, then flip and toast the other side until the cheese is fully melted and the tortilla is beautifully golden.

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