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Ultimate Crispy Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla (Stovetop Method)

Two halves of a Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla with Crispy Tortilla showing melted cheese and shredded chicken filling.
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Make cheesy chicken quesadillas with a perfectly crispy tortilla exterior using this straightforward stovetop method.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Combine the shredded chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, and Cheddar cheese in a medium bowl. Mix well to distribute the cheese evenly around the chicken.
  2. Place a large, heavy-bottomed skillet (cast iron works best) over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil and 1 teaspoon of butter to the pan. Allow the butter to melt and coat the bottom.
  3. Place one tortilla in the heated skillet. Immediately sprinkle one-quarter of the chicken and cheese mixture over one half of the tortilla.
  4. Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
  5. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, pressing down gently with a spatula, until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
  6. Carefully flip the quesadilla. Add another small pat of butter (about 1/2 teaspoon) to the exposed side of the pan before placing the quesadilla back down. Cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until the second side is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
  7. Remove the first quesadilla and place it on a cutting board. Wipe out the pan if necessary. Repeat steps 2 through 6 with the remaining tortillas and filling, adding oil and butter for each batch to maintain crispiness.
  8. Cut each quesadilla into wedges before serving.

Notes

  • For the best melt, use a blend of cheeses that includes a good melting cheese like Monterey Jack or Asadero.
  • Use a mix of butter and oil to achieve both flavor (butter) and a higher smoke point for crisping (oil).
  • Cook over medium heat; high heat burns the tortilla before the cheese melts completely.
  • Serve immediately with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

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