CHICKEN QUESADILLAS WITH AVOCADO-CUCUMBER SALSA
There is one caveat when using leftover grilled meat. As the meat chills, the flavors recede, becoming quieter and mellower. For these quesadillas that I made out of Sunday's grilled chicken thighs, shredded and stuffed into a corn tortilla with a little cheese and quickly toasted, I stirred together a lime-zest-imbued cucumber and avocado salsa that added a welcome citrus edge.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weekday, weeknight, appetizer, main course
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix together the avocado, cucumbers, red onion, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, jalapeño, salt and pepper.
- Sandwich some of the chicken and cheese between two tortillas; repeat with the remaining chicken, cheese and tortillas. Brush the top and bottom of each quesadilla lightly with oil.
- Heat a large, nonstick skillet over high heat until very hot. Cook the quesadillas, in batches, if necessary, until the cheese melts and the tortillas are crisp and golden, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side.
- Cut into wedges and top with some of the salsa.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 422, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 378 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
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Andrea Aleman
aleman_andrea@hotmail.co.ukI can't wait to make these quesadillas again! They're so good, I know I'll be craving them soon.
Justin Mogaka
mogaka.j@hotmail.comThese quesadillas are a great way to use up leftover chicken. They're also a great option for a quick and easy lunch.
Beckford Lettin
lettin_beckford@aol.comI highly recommend these chicken quesadillas with avocado-cucumber salsa. They're a delicious and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love.
Maxamed Aamin
aamin.maxamed91@yahoo.comThe avocado-cucumber salsa is the perfect complement to the chicken quesadillas. It's fresh, light, and flavorful.
Shaibi Jadoon
shaibi.jadoon40@gmail.comI love that these quesadillas can be made with simple ingredients that I always have on hand.
Zanele Ndlovu
z_n38@hotmail.comThese quesadillas are the perfect comfort food. They're cheesy, gooey, and oh-so-satisfying.
Puddle whipper
pw@yahoo.comI've made these quesadillas several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious.
Hussein Aly
hussein98@yahoo.comI made these quesadillas for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!
uzi Play
uzi@yahoo.comThe quesadillas were so good that I ate two of them in one sitting.
Roselyn Antonie
aroselyn@hotmail.frEven the pickiest eater in my family loved these quesadillas. They're definitely a keeper!
Khanyisile Michelle Khoza
m-khanyisile@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and the quesadillas turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the salsa was refreshing and tangy.
Fahad Bajwa
b_f66@yahoo.comThe chicken quesadillas were delicious! The salsa was also very good, and the avocado added a nice creamy texture.
Akmal Afiq
afiq.akmal@gmail.comI love how easy these quesadillas are to make. They're perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Diamond official
d-o@aol.comThese chicken quesadillas were a hit with my family! The avocado-cucumber salsa was the perfect finishing touch.