Vampiros Mexicanos

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 8 (6-inch) flour tortillas
• 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
• Sour cream, for serving
• Salsa, for serving

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to cool slightly.
3. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened. Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
4. Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Add the chicken to the sauce and stir to combine.
5. Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat. Place a tortilla on the hot griddle and cook for about 30 seconds per side, or until heated through. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
6. Spread a thin layer of sauce down the center of each tortilla. Top with shredded cheese. Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, like a quesadilla.
7. Cook the Vampiros Mexicanos for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Serve immediately with sour cream and salsa.

Nutritional Information:

(Per serving, based on 8 servings)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15 grams
• Saturated fat: 5 grams
• Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
• Sodium: 600 milligrams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Protein: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Cheesy and gooey
• Perfect for a quick and easy meal
• Can be customized with different toppings

User Comments:

• "These Vampiros Mexicanos were amazing! They were so flavorful and cheesy. I loved the combination of the sauce and the cheese."
• "I made these for my family and they were a hit. Even my picky kids loved them."
• "I highly recommend these Vampiros Mexicanos. They are so easy to make and they are absolutely delicious."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have tortillas, you can use large burrito tortillas instead.
• To make a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and add more vegetables to the sauce.
• To make a spicier version, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper to the sauce.
• Vampiros Mexicanos can be cooked in advance and reheated in the microwave or oven.