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Margarita Chicken Quesadillas

Margarita Chicken Quesadillas

Ingredients and Weight:

  1. Chicken breast - 500g (about 1 pound)
  2. Queso fresco cheese - 200g (about 7 ounces)
  3. Flour tortilla - 8 pieces (8-inch diameter)
  4. Fresh lime juice - 3 tablespoons
  5. Tequila - 2 tablespoons (optional)
  6. Salt, pepper, chili powder, and other seasoning to taste
  7. Lettuce, tomato, and avocado for topping (optional)

Preparation Time: 30 minutes (including preparation and cooking time)

Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

  1. Marinate chicken breast with lime juice, tequila, salt, pepper, and chili powder for about 15 minutes.
  2. Heat a tortilla on a skillet or flat griddle, then place half of the queso fresco cheese in the middle of the tortilla.
  3. Top the cheese with some grilled chicken pieces.
  4. Fold the tortilla in half to cover the chicken and press down gently.
  5. Flip the quesadilla over and cook until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
  6. Repeat steps 2-5 for the remaining ingredients.
  7. Serve hot with fresh lettuce, tomato, and avocado (if desired).

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings) Calories: Approx. 400 calories per quesadilla (depending on toppings) Fat: Approx. 20g Carbohydrates: Approx. 30g Protein: Approx. 25g

Dish Characteristics:

  1. Unique flavor combination of tequila and lime juice gives this dish a refreshing Margarita taste.
  2. Quesadillas are portable and easy to serve as a snack or meal.
  3. The dish offers a creative way to enjoy chicken with a Mexican-inspired twist.

User Comments:

  1. "The combination of tequila and lime juice was unexpected but really good!" - John Doe
  2. "These quesadillas are a great way to enjoy chicken in a new flavor." - Jane Smith
  3. "The dish is quite filling and tastes even better with fresh toppings." - Michael Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

  1. Use fresh ingredients to enhance the flavor of the dish.
  2. Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.
  3. Be careful not to burn the tortilla while cooking. Watch closely and adjust heat if necessary.