Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken Breast: 500g (raw, boneless and skinless)
- Cherry Wood-Smoked Chicken Seasoning: 2 tbsp
- Quesadilla Tortillas: 8 (8-inch)
- Pico de Gallo (Fresh Tomato Salsa): 1 cup (store-bought or homemade)
- Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese: 1 cup
- Sour Cream: 1/4 cup
- Avocado: 1 large, diced
- Fresh Cilantro: 2 tbsp, chopped
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes (plus marinating time for chicken)
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Marinate chicken breast with cherry wood-smoked seasoning, salt, and pepper for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the tortillas by warming them lightly on a griddle or in a pan. Set aside.
- In a hot pan, cook the chicken breast until fully cooked and slightly charred on the edges. Let cool and shred into pieces.
- In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheese, pico de gallo, sour cream, diced avocado, and chopped cilantros. Mix well.
- On the preheated tortilla, spread the chicken mixture. Top with another tortilla.
- Heat a griddle or pan and cook the quesadilla until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Serve immediately with additional pico de gallo and sour cream if desired.
Nutritional Information: (per serving)
Calories: ~400
Fat: ~20g
Carbohydrates: ~30g
Protein: ~30g
(Note: Nutrition facts may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique flavor combination of cherry-wood smoked chicken and pico de gallo.
- Quesadillas are crispy and filled with a rich and flavorful filling.
- An excellent dish for those who enjoy Mexican-American cuisine.
User Comments:
- "The cherry wood-smoked seasoning gave the chicken a unique flavor that was amazing in the quesadilla."
- "The pico de gallo added a fresh and spicy element that paired perfectly with the smoky chicken."
- "This dish was a great combination of flavors and was enjoyed by everyone at the table."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients for best results, especially for pico de gallo as it enhances the flavor greatly.
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked before mixing with other ingredients.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, especially the amount of pico de gallo as it can add a strong spice to the dish.
