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Crispy Blackstone Chicken Quesadillas with Caramelized Onions

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy quesadillas filled with seasoned chicken, caramelized onions, and a blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, cooked on a Blackstone griddle or skillet for perfect crispiness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) chicken breast, thinly sliced or shredded
  • Large flour tortillas (10-12 inches)
  • 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 ½ cups (about 150 g) shredded sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños, fresh lime juice

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss chicken breast with garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter in a griddle or skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally and cook for 20-25 minutes until deep golden brown and soft.
  3. Push onions to one side or transfer to a bowl. Add remaining tablespoon of oil or butter and increase heat to medium-high. Add seasoned chicken slices and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through and browned.
  4. Remove chicken and onions from the griddle. Lay one tortilla flat, sprinkle about ½ cup cheese evenly, then layer half the chicken and caramelized onions on top. Add more cheese, then top with another tortilla.
  5. Heat griddle or skillet to medium heat. Place quesadilla on surface and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip carefully and cook another 3-4 minutes until other side is golden and cheese is melted.
  6. Transfer to cutting board and let sit for a minute before slicing into wedges. Serve warm with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

Notes

Slowly caramelize onions over medium-low heat for best sweetness. Use medium to medium-high heat for chicken to get a nice sear without drying out. Spread cheese on both sides of filling to help quesadilla hold together. Rest quesadilla before cutting to let cheese set. If browning too fast, lower heat and cover pan briefly to melt cheese.

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Keywords: quesadilla, chicken quesadilla, caramelized onions, Blackstone griddle, crispy quesadilla, easy dinner, quick snack

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