CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM QUESADILLAS WITH CARROT AND MANGO SLAW

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These delicious quesadillas are packed with flavor thanks to lightly spiced chicken, mushrooms, spinach, and Monterey Jack cheese. A tangy mix of cilantro, yogurt, and lime juice makes the perfect dipping sauce, and pretty carrot and mango ribbons combine for a refreshing slaw.

Provided by Katherine Sacks

Categories     Back to School     Dinner     Kid-Friendly     Tortillas     Yogurt     Mushroom     Chicken     Mango     Spinach     Monterey Jack     Small Plates

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
6 ounces button mushrooms, trimmed, coarsely chopped
2 limes
1/2 cup Greek-style plain full- or low-fat yogurt
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro, plus whole leaves for serving
2 medium carrots (about 4 ounces each), peeled
1 medium mango, thinly sliced
5 ounces baby spinach (about 4 packed cups)
4 (10") flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (about 8 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Stir cumin, 3 Tbsp. oil, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken and mushrooms and toss to coat. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 165°F, 15-17 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, juice limes to yield 6 Tbsp. juice. Blend yogurt, 3 Tbsp. lime juice, and 3 Tbsp. cilantro in a blender until smooth.
  • Shave carrots with a vegetable peeler lengthwise into ribbons (or use the large holes of a box grater). Whisk 1 Tbsp. oil and remaining 3 Tbsp. lime juice, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper in a large bowl. Add carrots and mango; toss gently to coat.
  • Remove baking sheet from oven, arrange spinach over chicken, and continue to roast until spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. Transfer chicken to a cutting board, leaving spinach on sheet, and thinly slice.
  • Arrange tortillas on a work surface. Dividing evenly, layer cheese, chicken, mushrooms, and spinach on one side of each tortilla. Fold tortillas in half to create half-moons.
  • Heat 1 1/2 tsp. oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-low until hot. Cook 2 quesadillas, turning once, until cheese is melted and tortillas are browned, 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer quesadillas to serving plates, then cook remaining quesadillas with remaining 1 1/2 tsp. oil.
  • Sprinkle quesadillas with cilantro leaves and serve with yogurt sauce and carrot-mango slaw alongside.
  • Do Ahead
  • Chicken and mushrooms can be cooked and yogurt sauce can be made 4 days ahead; cover and chill.

Its me Bishal
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I'm always looking for healthy and delicious recipes, and this one fits the bill. The quesadillas are packed with flavor and the slaw is a refreshing and nutritious side dish.


Kitten Fluff
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These quesadillas are delicious! The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the slaw is a great addition.


hamid chowdhury
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I've made these quesadillas several times and they're always a hit. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Big Dreams
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These quesadillas are a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add a little bit of cheese to the filling.


Zaynap Ali
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I'm not a huge fan of slaw, but I really enjoyed the one in this recipe. It's light and refreshing, and it doesn't overpower the quesadillas.


Shipon Sikdher
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I love the vibrant colors of this dish. The mango and carrot slaw really makes it pop.


Jenni Jones
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These quesadillas are perfect for a party or potluck. They're easy to make ahead of time and they always disappear quickly.


TouchingLives PropheticMinistries
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I made these quesadillas for my kids and they loved them! They're a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Christian Pietrowski
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I'm always looking for new quesadilla recipes and this one is a winner! The chicken and mushroom filling is savory and flavorful, and the slaw is a refreshing addition.


Jordyn A
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These quesadillas are the perfect weeknight meal. They're quick and easy to make, and they're always a hit with my family.


Chukwu Emmanuel
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I love the combination of chicken and mango in these quesadillas. The slaw is also a nice touch. I will definitely be making these again.


MD sahadu
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These quesadillas were so easy to make and they turned out great! I used a rotisserie chicken to save time and they were still delicious.


Rick Martinez
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I'm not a big fan of mushrooms, but I really enjoyed these quesadillas. The chicken and mango flavors really shine through.


bigas suport
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I made these quesadillas for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. The slaw was a great addition and really complemented the quesadillas.


Awantha Perera
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This recipe is a keeper! The quesadillas were crispy and flavorful, and the slaw was a refreshing and tangy accompaniment. I'll definitely be making this again.